Specifications DeSoto Firedome Convertible (facelift 1953)
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Basic information
| Brand | DeSoto |
|---|---|
| Model | Firedome |
| Version | Firedome Convertible (facelift 1953) |
| Engine power | 160 KM – 160 KM |
| Years of production | 1952 r. – 1953 r. |
| Body type | Convertible |
| Number of doors | 2 |
| Number of seats | 6 |
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Basic version information
| Brand | DeSoto |
|---|---|
| Model | Firedome |
| Version | Firedome Convertible (facelift 1953) |
| Engine | 4.5 V8 (160 KM) |
| Engine type | Combustion engine |
| Number of doors | 2 |
| Start of production | 1952 r. |
| End of production | 1953 r. |
| Body type | Convertible |
| Number of seats | 6 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
HISTORY OF VEHICLE
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Engine
| Engine model / code | S16-1001 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 4524 cm³ |
| Fuel injection system | Carburetor |
| Engine type | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine configuration | V-shaped |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Cylinder bore | 92.075 mm |
| Piston stroke | 84.931 mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.1 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.7 l |
| Coolant capacity | 21.7 l |
Volume and weight
| Fuel tank | 64 l |
|---|---|
| Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx) | 0.6 |
| Curb weight | kg |
Vehicle dimensions
| Length | 5420 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1963 mm |
| Height | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3188 mm |
| Front track | 1430 mm |
| Rear track | 1513 mm |
| Turning circle | 13 m |
Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring suspension |
| Rear suspension | Leaf springs |
| Front brakes | Drum |
| Front brake disc/drum diameter | 305 mm |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Rear brake disc/drum diameter | 305 mm |
| ABS | no |
Basic version information
| Brand | DeSoto |
|---|---|
| Model | Firedome |
| Version | Firedome Convertible (facelift 1953) |
| Engine | 4.5 V8 (160 KM) Tip-Toe Shift |
| Engine type | Combustion engine |
| Number of doors | 2 |
| Start of production | 1952 r. |
| End of production | 1953 r. |
| Body type | Convertible |
| Number of seats | 6 |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
HISTORY OF VEHICLE
Buying a car? Check its history before making a decision!
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Engine
| Engine model / code | S16-1001 |
|---|---|
| Engine displacement | 4524 cm³ |
| Fuel injection system | Carburetor |
| Engine type | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine configuration | V-shaped |
| Number of cylinders | 8 |
| Cylinder bore | 92.075 mm |
| Piston stroke | 84.931 mm |
| Compression ratio | 7.1 |
| Number of valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Engine oil capacity | 4.7 l |
| Coolant capacity | 21.7 l |
Volume and weight
| Fuel tank | 64 l |
|---|---|
| Aerodynamic drag coefficient (Cx) | 0.6 |
| Curb weight | kg |
Vehicle dimensions
| Length | 5420 mm |
|---|---|
| Width | 1963 mm |
| Height | 1588 mm |
| Wheelbase | 3188 mm |
| Front track | 1430 mm |
| Rear track | 1513 mm |
| Turning circle | 13 m |
Drivetrain, Brakes and suspension
| Drive | Rear-wheel drive |
|---|---|
| Number of gears | 4 |
| Type of automatic gearbox | Tip-ToeShiftFluidDrive |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring suspension |
| Rear suspension | Leaf springs |
| Front brakes | Drum |
| Front brake disc/drum diameter | 305 mm |
| Rear brakes | Drum |
| Rear brake disc/drum diameter | 305 mm |
| ABS | no |