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General information | |
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| Model | Chevrolet Corvette |
| Year | 1997 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 56.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 5666 ccm (345.74 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 6-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 5666 ccm (345.74 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Max power | 349.80 PS (257 kW or 345 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 475.00 Nm (48.4 kgf-m or 350.4 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 10.1:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 99.0 x 92.0 mm (3.9 x 3.6 inches) |
| Valves per cylinder | 2 |
| Fuel control | Pushrod/overhead valve (OHV) |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 6-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Top speed | 277.0 km/h (172.1 mph) |
| 0-50 miles | 3.7 seconds |
| 0-60 miles | 4.8 seconds |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2508 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Coupe |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
| Passenger space | 4730 litres (1,250 gallons) |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 12 m (460.6 inches) |
| Front brakes | Ventilated disks, 325 mm |
| Rear brakes | Ventilated disks, 305 mm |
| Brake details | Antiblocking system (ABS) |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1395 kg (3,075.4 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4570 mm (179.9 inches) |
| Overall width | 1880 mm (74.0 inches) |
| Overall height | 1220 mm (48.0 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 100 mm (3.9 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2660 mm (104.7 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 72.0 litres (19.02 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | USA |
