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Chevrolet Corvette
General information | |
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| Model | Chevrolet Corvette |
| Year | 1956 |
| Category | Cabriolets/sport cars |
| Rating | 64.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars |
Main features, safety and ecconomy | |
| Engine size | 4638 ccm (283.01 cubic inches) |
| Seats | 2 |
| Drive | Rear wheels |
| Transmission | Manual, 3-speed |
Engine and transmission | |
| Engine location | Front, longitudinal |
| Displacement | 4638 ccm (283.01 cubic inches) |
| Engine type | V8 |
| Max power | 248.40 PS (183 kW or 245 HP) at 5000 Rev. per min. |
| Max torque | 393.00 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 289.9 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min. |
| Compression | 10.5:1 |
| Bore x stroke | 98.5 x 76.2 mm (3.9 x 3.0 inches) |
| Fuel system | Injection |
| Cooling system | Liquid |
| Gearbox | Manual, 3-speed |
Speed and acceleration | |
| Power/weight ratio | 0.2024 PS/kg |
Exterior and interior | |
| Chassis type | Cabriolet |
| Max no. of doors | 2 |
Steering, brakes and tires | |
| Turn circle | 11 m (444.9 inches) |
| Front brakes | Drums |
| Rear brakes | Drums |
Dimensions and weight | |
| Weight | 1227 kg (2,705.1 pounds) |
| Overall length | 4270 mm (168.1 inches) |
| Overall width | 1800 mm (70.9 inches) |
| Overall height | 1430 mm (56.3 inches) |
| Ground clearance | 210 mm (8.3 inches) |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm (102.4 inches) |
| Fuel capacity | 62.0 litres (16.38 gallons) |
Other specifications | |
| Country of origin | USA |
