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NameDeSoto Firedome Eight-Passenger (facelift 1954) 4.5 V8 (170 Hp) PowerFlite 1953, 1954
BrandDeSoto
ModelFiredome
GenerationFiredome Eight-Passenger (facelift 1954)
Year of production1953
Number of seats8
Number of doors4
Body typeSedan
Powertrain architectureInternal Combustion engine
Engine Modification4.5 V8 (170 Hp) PowerFlite
Power170 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Torque346 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Electrical System
Performance specs
Engine specs
Engine: #1
Engine codeS19-1001
Engine type
Power170 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power per litre37.6 Hp/l
Torque346 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Maximum engine speed
Engine displacement4524 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder bore92.075 mm
Piston stroke84.931 mm
Compression ratio7.5
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburettor
Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)
Turbine
Valve trainOHV
Space volume and weights
Dimensions
Length (mm)5686 mm
Width (mm)1972 mm
Height (mm)1650 mm
Wheelbase (mm)3543 mm
Front track (mm)1403 mm
Rear track (mm)1438 mm
Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)13.5 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, spring
Rear suspension systemLeaf spring
Front brakesDrum, 305 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 305 mm
Power steeringHydraulic Steering
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