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Chevrolet Corvette

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette
Year1971
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating59 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power334.60 PS (246 kW or 330 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque488.00 Nm (49.8 kgf-m or 359.9 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke101.7 x 88.4 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Lubrication systemWet sump
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

0-60 miles5.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2188 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space5490 litres (1,450 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1529 kg (3,370.9 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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