What is the horsepower of the 1959 Desoto Firedome?

The 1959 Desoto Firedome produces 160 hp.

What body styles are available for the 1959 Desoto Firedome?

The 1959 Desoto Firedome is available as a Sedan.

What transmission does the 1959 Desoto Firedome have?

The 1959 Desoto Firedome features a Automatic transmission.

Is the 1959 Desoto Firedome AWD or FWD?

The 1959 Desoto Firedome has Rear wheel drive drivetrain.

1959 Desoto Firedome Specifications & Features | Carzo

1959 Desoto Firedome 4.5 AT (160 hp) - At a Glance

Engine:4.5L 8 Gasoline

Power:160 hp

Trans:Automatic

Drive:Rear wheel drive

Seating:5 passengers

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4.5 AT (160 hp) Sedan

1 generation Generation

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Bodywork

Back track width

4' 12"

Body type

Sedan

Clearance

6.3in

Front track width

5' 1"

Height

4' 9"

Length

18' 2"

Number of seater

Wheelbase

10' 6"

Width

6' 6"

Engine

Boost type

none

Capacity

4.5L

Compression ratio

7.1

Cylinder bore

3.6in

Cylinder layout

V-type

Engine placement

Front, longitudinal

Engine power

160hp

Engine type

Gasoline

Injection type

carburetor

Max power (kW)

158hp

Number of cylinders

Stroke cycle

3.3in

Timing belt

OHV

Valves per cylinder

Gearbox and handling

Drive wheels

Rear wheel drive

Gearbox type

Automatic

Number of gear

General information

Country

USA

Number of doors

Steering wheel position

Left

Operating characteristics

Acceleration (0-100 km/h)

15.5s

Max speed

160km/h

Suspension and brakes

Front brakes

drum

Front suspension

Dependent, spring