Technical Specifications DeSoto Fireflite 1955 - 1956 Cabrio
5.4 V8 (255 Hp) PowerFlite
Performance
Engine power
255 hp @ 4400 rpm.
| 190 kW
Torque
475 Nm @ 3200 rpm.
| 350 lb-ft
Drive type
Front wheel drive
Engine and Transmission
Engine displacement
5408 cc
| 5.41 L
Number of cylinders
8
Cylinder bore
94.49 mm
Transmission Type
2 PowerFlite (Automatic)
Powertrain
Internal Combustion
Valvetrain
OHV
Position of cylinders
V engine
Piston stroke
96.52 mm
Compression
8.5 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.
Number of seats
6
Wheels and Tires
Rim size
R14
Other Specs
Min turning diameter
13.4 m
Body type
Cabrio
Approach angle
19°
Departure angle
11°
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
