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Chevrolet Corvette C5 Cabriolet

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette C5 Cabriolet
Year1997
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating61.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5737 ccm (350.07 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5737 ccm (350.07 cubic inches)
Engine typeInline, 8 cylinder
Max power281.00 PS (207 kW or 277 HP) at 5200 Rev. per min.
Max torque437.00 Nm (44.6 kgf-m or 322.3 ft.lbs) at 2400 Rev. per min.
Fuel systemInjection

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1735 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)
Aerodynamic dragcoefisient0.4

Steering, brakes and tires

Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1620 kg (3,571.5 pounds)
Overall length4580 mm (180.3 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase2650 mm (104.3 inches)
Fuel capacity117.0 litres (30.91 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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