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DeSoto Fireflite I ConvertibleDeSoto Fireflite I Convertible 4.8 V8 (200 Hp) PowerFlite

General information

Brand
DeSoto
Model
Fireflite
Generation
Fireflite I Convertible
Modification (Engine)
4.8 V8 (200 Hp) PowerFlite
Start of production
1954
End of production
1955
Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Body type
Cabriolet
Seats
6
Doors
2

Performance specs

Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)

Internal combustion engine specs

Power
200 Hp @ 4400 rpm.
Power per litre
41.9 Hp/l
Torque
371 Nm @ 2800 rpm.
Engine Model/Code
S22-1001
Engine displacement
4769 cm3
Number of cylinders
8
Engine configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
94.49 mm
Piston Stroke
84.931 mm
Compression ratio
7.5
Number of valves per cylinder
2
Fuel injection system
Carburettor
Engine aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
OHV
Engine oil capacity
4.7 l
Coolant
22.7 l

Volume and weights

Fuel tank capacity
76 l

Dimensions

Length
5535 mm
Width
1989 mm
Height
1539 mm
Wheelbase
3200 mm
Front track
1529 mm
Rear (Back) track
1514 mm
Front overhang
930 mm
Rear overhang
1405 mm
Ride height (ground clearance)
160 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)
13.4 m
Approach angle
21°
Departure angle
12°
Ramp-over (breakover) angle
11°

Drivetrain, brakes and suspension specs

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 coil spring
Rear suspension
Leaf spring
Front brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Steering type
Worm-reduction unit
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering