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Chevrolet Corvette C3

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C3
Year1973
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating55.3 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5735 ccm (349.95 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5735 ccm (349.95 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max torque386.46 Nm (39.4 kgf-m or 285.1 ft.lbs)
Compression8.5:1
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

Speed and acceleration

Top speed199.0 km/h (123.7 mph)
0-60 miles7.2 seconds

Dimensions and weight

Overall length4700 mm (185.0 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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