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De Soto Fireflite 1959

General information

ModelDe Soto Fireflite
Year1959
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Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4077 ccm (248.78 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionAutomatic, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Displacement4077 ccm (248.78 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power200.7 PS (148 kW or 198 HP) at 3600 Rev. per min.
Valves per cylinder2
GearboxAutomatic, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1218 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Passenger space6360 litres (1,680 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.5

Dimensions and weight

Weight1650 kg (3,637.6 pounds)
Overall length5530 mm (217.7 inches)
Overall width2000 mm (78.7 inches)
Overall height1550 mm (61.0 inches)
Wheelbase3210 mm (126.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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