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DeSoto Deluxe 8-Passenger (Second Series) 3.9 (112 Hp)
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DeSoto Deluxe:
The DeSoto Series S-10 is an automobile produced by DeSoto from 1942 through to the 1952 model year. While in production, the Series S-10, which was sold with the trim package DeLuxe, was DeSoto's entry-level car, and was offered primarily as two-door and four-door sedans while the Custom offered upscale interiors and appearance including a 7-passenger sedan and the extended-wheelbase Suburban sedans. The body was claimed to be "rust proofed".
The DeLuxe differed from the more upmarket Custom line by having less trim, fewer standard features, and plainer interiors in fewer color combinations. A six-tube and an eight-tube radio were optional....(Read more on Wikipedia)
8-Passenger (Second Series) Overview:
DeSoto Deluxe (8-Passenger (Second Series)). With 264 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. Rear‑wheel drive offers dynamic handling and sporty feedback. A four-door car with a separate trunk, ideal for families and daily commuting. With seating for 8, it’s perfect for larger families.
3.9 (112 Hp) Verdict:
Performance Verdict
The 3.9L inline-six provided adequate power (112 Hp) and substantial low-end torque (264 Nm) for its size and era, ensuring smooth cruising and comfortable acceleration, though not designed for speed.
Fuel Economy
As a large displacement carbureted engine from 1950, fuel economy was a secondary concern. Expect modest MPG figures, typical for American cars of this period, making it less efficient by modern standards.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Spacious 8-passenger interior, ideal for large families or carpooling.
- • Robust and reliable inline-six engine, known for longevity.
- • Comfortable, soft ride characteristic of American cars of the era.
- • Classic post-war American styling with distinctive DeSoto grille.
- • Strong low-end torque for smooth acceleration and hill climbing.
Cons:
- • Poor fuel economy by modern standards due to large engine and carburetion.
- • Limited performance and top speed, not designed for spirited driving.
- • Outdated safety features, offering minimal crash protection.
- • Large turning circle makes maneuvering in tight spaces challenging.
- • Manual transmission may not appeal to all drivers.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(Club Coupe (Second Series): 1949 - 1950).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | DeSoto |
| Model: | Deluxe |
| Generation: | 8-Passenger (Second Series) |
| Modification (Engine): | 3.9 (112 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 1950 |
| End of production: | December, 1950 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Sedan |
| Seats: | 8 |
| Doors: | 4 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 112 Hp @ 3600 rpm. |
| Power per litre: | 28.9 Hp/l |
| Torque: | 264 Nm @ 1600 rpm. |
| Engine displacement: | 3877 |
| Number of cylinders: | 6 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Carburettor |
| Engine aspiration: | Naturally aspirated engine |
| Engine oil capacity: | 4.7 l |
| Coolant: | 16.1 l |
| Cylinder Bore: | 87.31 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 107.95 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 7:1 |
| Performance: | |
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| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Space: | |
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| Fuel tank capacity: | 64 l |
| Size: | |
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| Length: | 5685 mm mm [432mm more] |
| Width: | 1867 mm mm [5mm more] |
| Height: | 1700 mm mm [13mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 3543 mm mm [355mm more] |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 13.5 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Rear wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 3 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Drum, 305 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 305 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Front suspension | Independent coil spring |
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