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Chevrolet Chevelle Sedan

General information

ModelChevrolet Chevelle Sedan
Year1972
CategoryLarge/luxury cars
Rating58 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5012 ccm (305.83 cubic inches)
Seats5
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5012 ccm (305.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power131.80 PS (97 kW or 130 HP) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Max torque312.00 Nm (31.8 kgf-m or 230.1 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Compression8.5:1
Bore x stroke98.3 x 82.6 mm (3.9 x 3.3 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.0848 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeSedan/saloon
Max no. of doors4
Passenger space5490 litres (1,450 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle14 m (547.2 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1555 kg (3,428.2 pounds)
Overall length5120 mm (201.6 inches)
Overall width1920 mm (75.6 inches)
Overall height1360 mm (53.5 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2950 mm (116.1 inches)
Fuel capacity72.0 litres (19.02 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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