Technical specs may differ depending on trim
Engine power
320 hp @ 5200 rpm | 239 kW
Torque
483 Nm @ 4000 rpm | 356 lb-ft
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
DeSoto Adventurer Coupe: Generations History With Key Specs
1955 - 1956
DeSoto 1956 Coupe I
Performance
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
5595 cc
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
96.01 mm
Transmission Type
2 PowerFlite (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHV
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
96.52 mm
Compression
9.25 mm
Valves per cylinder
2
Fuel Consumption
Fuel type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel supply
Carburettor
Fuel tank
79 L | 20.9 gallons
Dimensions
Wheelbase
3200 mm | 126 in.
Front track
1534 mm | 60 in.
Rear track
1514 mm | 60 in.
Length
5611 mm | 221 in.
Width
1989 mm | 78 in.
Height
1473 mm | 58 in.
Front overhang
930 mm | 37 in.
Rear overhang
1481 mm | 58 in.
Weight and Capacity
Number of doors
2
Curb weight
1828 kg | 4031 lbs
Number of seats
6
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
6.0J x 16
Tire size
205/60 R16 92V
