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NameDeSoto Firesweep I Station Wagon (facelift 1959) Shopper 5.9 V8 (295 Hp) 1958, 1959
BrandDeSoto
ModelFiresweep
GenerationFiresweep I Station Wagon (facelift 1959)
Year of production1958
Number of seats6
Number of doors5
Body typeStation wagon (estate)
Powertrain architectureInternal Combustion engine
Engine ModificationShopper 5.9 V8 (295 Hp)
Power295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Torque529 Nm @ 2400 rpm.
Electrical System
Performance specs
Engine specs
Engine: #1
Engine code
Engine type
Power295 Hp @ 4600 rpm.
Power per litre49.9 Hp/l
Torque529 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 ratio10
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel systemCarburettor
Fuel typePetrol (Gasoline)
Turbine
Valve trainOHV
Space volume and weights
Curb weight (kg)1851 kg
Fuel tank capacity (l)76 l
Dimensions
Length (mm)5489 mm
Width (mm)1999 mm
Height (mm)1450 mm
Wheelbase (mm)3099 mm
Front track (mm)1547 mm
Rear track (mm)1516 mm
Minimum turning circle turning diameter (mm)14.2 m
Drivetrain brakes and suspension specs
Drivetrain architectureThe ICE drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Transmission typemanual
Front suspension systemIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear suspension systemLeaf spring
Front brakesDrum, 279 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 279 mm
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