DeSoto Adventurer I Convertible (facelift 1959) 6.3 V8 (350 Hp) TorqueFlite Specs

DeSoto LogoDeSoto Adventurer I Convertible (facelift 1959) 6.3 V8 (350 Hp) TorqueFlite has been in production since 1958 - 1959. Cars comes in Cabriolet, Coupe body types and can be suited with Petrol (Gasoline) engine types with a volume of 6.3L liters, engines produces a power of 350 Hp.

DeSoto Adventurer I Convertible (facelift 1959) 6.3 V8 (350 Hp) TorqueFlite 1958 - 1959


General data

GenerationAdventurer I Convertible (facelift 1959)
Modification6.3 V8 (350 Hp) TorqueFlite
Start of production1958 year
End of production1959 year
Powertrain ArchitectureInternal Combustion engine
Body typeCabriolet, Coupe
Seats6
Doors2
Fuel TypePetrol (Gasoline)

Performance specs

Weight-to-power ratio5.7 kg/Hp, 175 Hp/tonne

Engine technical data

Power350 Hp @ 5000 rpm.
Power per litre55.8 Hp/l
Torque576 Nm @ 3600 rpm.
Engine displacement6276 cm3
Number of cylinders8
Position of cylindersV-engine
Cylinder Bore107.95 mm
Piston Stroke85.85 mm
Compression ratio10.1
Number of valves per cylinder2
Fuel SystemCarburettor
Engine aspirationNaturally aspirated engine
ValvetrainOHV
Engine oil capacity4.7 l
Coolant15.1 l

Suspension and brakes specs

Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelRear wheel drive
Number of Gears (automatic transmission)3 TorqueFlite
Front suspensionIndependent torsion bar, double wishbone
Rear suspensionLeaf spring
Front brakesDrum, 305 mm
Rear brakesDrum, 305 mm
Steering typeWorm-reduction unit

Dimensions

Length5616 mm
Width1999 mm
Wheelbase3200 mm
Front track1549 mm
Rear (Back) track1516 mm
Front overhang889 mm
Rear overhang1527 mm
Ride height142 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter)15.2 m
Approach angle15°
Departure angle11°
Ramp angle10.4°

Weights, volume and space

Kerb Weight2000 kg
Fuel tank capacity87 l