The Firesweep is a station wagon (estate) with 6 seats and 5 doors. It has a length of 5489 mm (216.1 in.), width of 1999 mm (78.7 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.).
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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, ideal for those who prefer the traditional gasoline engine. With its sleek design and robust performance, this car is perfect for daily commutes and long road trips alike.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Engine & Transmission
The Firesweep is a powerful V8 engine-powered car with a strong torque output and a smooth automatic transmission. It features a rear-wheel drive layout and a leaf spring suspension at the rear.
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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
3 gears, automatic transmission TorqueFlite
Front Suspension
Independent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear Suspension
Leaf spring
Brakes
The Firesweep is a classic car with a unique steering system, featuring a worm-reduction unit. The brakes are drum-type, with 279 mm drums at both the front and rear wheels.
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Front Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Rear Brakes
Drum, 279 mm
Steering Type
Worm-reduction unit
Weight & Capacity
The Firesweep model has a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters, which is 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 6 seats.
The Firesweep is a station wagon (estate).
The length of the Firesweep is 5489 mm (216.1 in.).
The Firesweep comes with a powerful engine, but the exact size may vary depending on the year and trim level.
The Firesweep can typically seat up to 5 passengers comfortably.
The Firesweep may not be the most fuel-efficient car on the market, with an estimated combined MPG of around 15-20.
Petrol (Gasoline)
No, it's a petrol-powered car.
Firesweep
The engine displacement of the Firesweep is 5916 cm3 (361.02 cu. in.).
The power output of the Firesweep is 295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
The Firesweep has an automatic transmission with 3 gears.
The Firesweep has drum-type brakes with 279 mm drums at both the front and rear wheels.
The Firesweep features a worm-reduction unit steering system.
The model name of this car is Firesweep.
The top speed of the Firesweep is 180 mph.
The Firesweep can accelerate from 0-60 mph in just 3.5 seconds.
The Firesweep has a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission.
The Firesweep has a fuel tank capacity of 76 liters.
The Firesweep's fuel tank capacity is equivalent to 20.08 US gallons.
The Firesweep's fuel tank capacity is equivalent to 16.72 UK gallons.
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