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Chevrolet Corvette C3

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C3
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5734 ccm (349.89 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5734 ccm (349.89 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max torque379.68 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.1 ft.lbs)
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke101.6 x 88.4 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Exterior and interior

Passenger space5490 litres (1,450 gallons)

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
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