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Chevrolet Corvette C1
General information | |
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| Model | Chevrolet Corvette C1 |
| Year | 1959 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 56.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 4636 ccm (282.89 cubic inches) |
| Fuel type | Gasoline |
| Seats | 2 |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 4636 ccm (282.89 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Max power | 230.00 PS (169 kW or 227 HP) at 4800 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 407.00 Nm (41.5 kgf-m or 300.2 ft.lbs) at 3000 Rev. per min. |
| Bore x stroke | 98.4 x 76.2 mm (3.9 x 3.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Carburetor |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.1643 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 4310 litres (1,139 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 12 m (480.3 inches) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1400 kg (3,086.5 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4280 mm (168.5 inches) |
| Overall width | 1760 mm (69.3 inches) |
| Overall height | 1250 mm (49.2 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2470 mm (97.2 inches) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | USA |
