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Chevrolet Corvette C1

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C1
Year1962
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.8 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5361 ccm (327.13 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5361 ccm (327.13 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power250.00 PS (184 kW or 247 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

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1701 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4310 litres (1,139 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1470 kg (3,240.8 pounds)
Overall length4280 mm (168.5 inches)
Overall width1780 mm (70.1 inches)
Overall height1250 mm (49.2 inches)
Wheelbase2470 mm (97.2 inches)
Fuel capacity61.0 litres (16.12 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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