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Chevrolet Corvette

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette
Year1962
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.5 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5354 ccm (326.70 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5354 ccm (326.70 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power254.2 PS (187 kW or 251 HP) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Max torque475.00 Nm (48.4 kgf-m or 350.4 ft.lbs) at 2800 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 82.6 mm (4.0 x 3.3 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed241.0 km/h (149.8 mph)
0-60 miles5.9 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.1935 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1315 kg (2,899.1 pounds)
Overall length4500 mm (177.2 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1280 mm (50.4 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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