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Chevrolet Corvette

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette
Year2001
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating57.1 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5665 ccm (345.68 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 6-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront
Displacement5665 ccm (345.68 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power390.00 PS (287 kW or 385 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque522.06 Nm (53.2 kgf-m or 385.1 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.1:1
Bore x stroke99.1 x 91.9 mm (3.9 x 3.6 inches)
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 6-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed275.0 km/h (170.9 mph)
0-60 miles4.8 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.3286 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2
Passenger space4730 litres (1,250 gallons)

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle1 m (39.4 inches)
Front brakesVentilated disks, 320 mm
Rear brakesVentilated disks, 320 mm
Brake detailsAntiblocking system (ABS)

Dimensions and weight

Weight1187 kg (2,616.9 pounds)
Overall length4570 mm (179.9 inches)
Overall width1880 mm (74.0 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Wheelbase2660 mm (104.7 inches)
Fuel capacity70.0 litres (18.49 gallons)
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