The Firesweep is a station wagon (estate) with 6 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 5540 mm (218.11 in.), width of 1989 mm (78.31 in.), and height of 1450 mm (57.09 in.). The wheelbase is 3099 mm (122.01 in.), with a front track of 1547 mm (60.91 in.) and rear track of 1516 mm (59.69 in.). The minimum turning circle is 14.2 m (46.59 ft.) and the ride height/ground clearance is 142 mm (5.59 in.).
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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 sleek design and impressive performance. It's a great option for those who prioritize speed and style.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful and classic car with an internal combustion engine, producing 295 horsepower and 522 Nm of torque. It features a V-engine with 8 cylinders, naturally aspirated and carburetted. The transmission is automatic with 3 gears. The suspension is independent coil spring in the front and leaf spring in the rear. The drivetrain is rear-wheel drive.
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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
3 gears, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent coil spring
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The car in question is a Firesweep model. The front and rear brakes are both drum brakes, with a diameter of 279 mm. The steering type is a Worm-reduction unit.
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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 boasts an impressive fuel tank capacity of 87 liters, equivalent to 22.98 US gallons or 19.14 UK gallons, ensuring a long driving range between refueling stops.
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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 has 6 seats.
The Firesweep is a station wagon (estate).
The ride height/ground clearance of the Firesweep is 142 mm (5.59 in.).
The specs do not include engine details.
The specs do not include information about safety features.
Fuel efficiency data is not specified in the specifications.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline)
Yes, the Firesweep is designed for speed and performance
Yes, the Firesweep is well-suited for city driving due to its compact size and agile handling
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine with a V-engine configuration and 8 cylinders.
The Firesweep has an automatic transmission with 3 gears.
The Firesweep has an independent coil spring suspension in the front and a leaf spring suspension in the rear.
The model of the car is Firesweep.
The car has drum brakes, 279 mm in diameter, at both the front and rear.
The steering type of the car is a Worm-reduction unit.
The Firesweep comes with a powerful engine, but the specific engine size may vary depending on the year and trim level.
The Firesweep has a spacious interior and can comfortably seat up to 5 passengers.
The Firesweep is known for its power and performance, but it may not be the most fuel-efficient car on the market.
87 liters (22.98 US gal | 19.14 UK gal)
Yes, with its large fuel tank capacity, it's ideal for long drives.
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