Technical Specifications DeSoto Adventurer 1955 - 1956 Coupe
5.6 V8 (320 Hp) PowerFlite
Performance
Engine power
320 hp @ 5200 rpm.
| 239 kW
Torque
483 Nm @ 4000 rpm.
| 356 lb-ft
Drive type
Rear wheel drive
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
5595 cc
| 5.6 L
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 and Capacity
Wheelbase
3200 mm
| 126 in.
Front track
1534 mm
| 60.4 in.
Rear track
1514 mm
| 59.6 in.
Length
5611 mm
| 220.9 in.
Width
1989 mm
| 78.3 in.
Height
1473 mm
| 58 in.
Number of doors
2
Front overhang
930 mm
| 36.6 in.
Rear overhang
1481 mm
| 58.3 in.
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
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
13.4 m
Body type
Coupe
Steering type
Worm-reduction unit
Assisting systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Front brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Rear brakes
Drum, 305 mm
Power steering
Hydraulic Steering
