The Firesweep is a station wagon with a seating capacity of 6 people. It has a length of 5489mm, width of 1999mm, and height of 1450mm. The wheelbase is 3099mm, and the front and rear tracks are 1547mm and 1516mm respectively. The minimum turning circle is 14.2m.
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Body Type
Station wagon (estate)
Seats
6
Doors
5
Length
5489 mm 216.1 in.
Width
1999 mm 78.7 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.
Fuel Consumption
The Firesweep is a petrol-powered car with a focus on speed and agility. It's a great option for those who prioritize performance over fuel efficiency.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful car with an internal combustion engine that provides 295 Hp at 4600 rpm and 529 Nm of torque at 2400 rpm. It has a V-engine with 8 cylinders, a displacement of 5916 cm3 and a compression ratio of 10.0. The car is equipped with a 2-speed automatic transmission and rear-wheel drive. The front suspension is independent with torsion bar and double wishbone, while the rear suspension features leaf springs. The car has a 16.1 liter coolant capacity and a 4.7 liter engine oil capacity.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power Per Litre
49.9 Hp/l
Torque
529 Nm @ 2400 rpm. 390.17 lb.-ft. @ 2400 rpm.
Engine Displacement
5916 cm3 361.02 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
8
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
104.65 mm 4.12 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
4.7 l 4.97 US qt | 4.14 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 torsion bar, double wishbone
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 with a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters, equivalent to 20.08 US gallons or 16.72 UK gallons.
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Fuel Tank Capacity
76 l 20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for DeSoto - Firesweep I Station Wagon (facelift 1959)
The Firesweep has a seating capacity of 6 people.
The length of the Firesweep is 5489mm or 216.1 inches.
The minimum turning circle of the Firesweep is 14.2m or 46.59 feet.
The Firesweep comes with a powerful engine, but the exact size may vary depending on the year and trim level.
The Firesweep 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.
The Firesweep runs on petrol (gasoline)
No, the Firesweep is designed for speed and agility, not fuel efficiency
Yes, the Firesweep's agility and responsive handling make it well-suited for city driving
The Firesweep has an internal combustion engine.
The Firesweep has a power output of 295 Hp at 4600 rpm.
The Firesweep has a 2-speed automatic transmission.
The model of the car is Firesweep.
The car has drum brakes with a diameter of 279 mm on both the front and rear.
The car has a worm-reduction unit for steering.
The Firesweep comes with a standard V8 engine.
The Firesweep features a spacious and comfortable interior with premium materials and advanced technology.
The Firesweep has an average fuel efficiency for its class.
76 liters (20.08 US gal | 16.72 UK gal)
Firesweep
Yes, the 76-liter tank provides a decent range for long trips.
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