The Firesweep is a spacious station wagon with a length of 5540 mm and a width of 1989 mm, offering ample space for 6 passengers. Its wheelbase of 3099 mm and ride height of 142 mm provide a comfortable ride, while its front and rear tracks of 1547 mm and 1516 mm ensure stable handling.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
6
Doors
5
Length
5540 mm 218.11 in.
Width
1989 mm 78.31 in.
Height
1450 mm 57.09 in.
Wheelbase
3099 mm 122.01 in.
Front Track
1547 mm 60.91 in.
Rear Track
1516 mm 59.69 in.
Min Turning Circle
14.2 m 46.59 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
142 mm 5.59 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Firesweep is a petrol-powered car with a focus on speed and agility. Its powerful engine and responsive handling make it a thrill to drive on both city streets and winding roads.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful and classic car with a V8 engine, producing 295 horsepower and 522 Nm of torque. It features a rear-wheel drive and a 2-speed automatic transmission. The suspension system consists of an independent coil spring in the front and a leaf spring in the rear.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
51.4 Hp/l
Torque
522 Nm @ 2800 rpm. 385.01 lb.-ft. @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Displacement
5735 cm3 349.97 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
103.12 mm 4.06 in.
Piston Stroke
85.85 mm 3.38 in.
Compression Ratio
10
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
2
Fuel Injection System
Carburettor
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine Oil Capacity
3.8 l 4.02 US qt | 3.34 UK qt
Coolant
16.1 l 17.01 US qt | 14.17 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Rear wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
2 gears, automatic transmission PowerFlite
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car specs indicate a budget-friendly vehicle with conventional braking and steering systems. The drum brakes at both front and rear provide adequate stopping power, while the worm-reduction unit steering offers precise handling.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Firesweep is a car model that comes with a fuel tank capacity of 87 liters, equivalent to 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
87 l 22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firesweep I Station Wagon (facelift 1958)
The Firesweep can seat 6 passengers.
The Firesweep has a length of 5540 mm (218.11 in).
The Firesweep has a minimum turning circle of 14.2 m (46.59 ft).
The Firesweep has a 5.0-liter V8 engine.
No, the Firesweep is only available with a manual transmission.
The Firesweep has a top speed of 175 mph.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline)
Yes, the Firesweep's powerful engine and responsive handling make it well-suited for long road trips
Yes, the Firesweep's agile handling and responsive steering make it a great choice for city driving
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration.
The Firesweep uses a carburettor for fuel injection.
The Firesweep has a 2-speed automatic transmission.
The Firesweep has drum brakes at both the front and rear.
The Firesweep has a worm-reduction unit steering system.
The drum brakes provide adequate stopping power for most driving conditions.
The Firesweep has a 5.0L V8 engine.
The Firesweep has a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Firesweep has a top speed of 180 mph.
87 liters or 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons
Firesweep
The fuel tank capacity is relatively large, making it suitable for long road trips.
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