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NameDeSoto Adventurer II 4-Door HardTop 5.9 V8 (265 Hp) TorqueFlite 1960, 1961
BrandDeSoto
ModelAdventurer
GenerationAdventurer II 4-Door HardTop
Year of production1960
Number of seats6
Number of doors4
Body typeSedan
Powertrain architectureInternal Combustion engine
Engine Modification5.9 V8 (265 Hp) TorqueFlite
Power265 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Torque515 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Electrical System
Performance specs
Engine specs
Engine: #1
Engine code
Engine type
Power265 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power per litre44.8 Hp/l
Torque515 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Maximum engine speed
Engine displacement5916 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder bore104.65 mm
Piston stroke85.85 mm
Compression ratio9
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburettor
Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)
Turbine
Valve trainOHV
Space volume and weights
Fuel tank capacity (l)76 l
Trunk boot space maximum (l)929 l
Dimensions
Length (mm)5476 mm
Width (mm)2017 mm
Height (mm)1397 mm
Wheelbase (mm)3099 mm
Front track (mm)1549 mm
Rear track (mm)1516 mm
Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)14.3 m
Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain architectureThe ICE drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Transmission typeautomatic
Front suspension systemIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear suspension systemLeaf spring
Front brakesDrum, 279 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 279 mm
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