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Chevrolet Corvette 283

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette 283
Year1957
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating58.7 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size4638 ccm (283.01 cubic inches)
Fuel typeGasoline
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 3-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement4638 ccm (283.01 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power286.90 PS (211 kW or 283 HP) at 6200 Rev. per min.
Max torque393.00 Nm (40.1 kgf-m or 289.9 ft.lbs) at 4400 Rev. per min.
Compression10.5:1
Fuel systemInjection
Valves per cylinder2
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 3-speed

Speed and acceleration

Top speed209.0 km/h (129.9 mph)
0-60 miles5.7 seconds
Power/weight ratio0.2125 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCabriolet
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Front brakesDrums
Rear brakesDrums

Dimensions and weight

Weight1350 kg (2,976.2 pounds)
Overall length4520 mm (178.0 inches)
Overall width1860 mm (73.2 inches)
Overall height1310 mm (51.6 inches)
Wheelbase2600 mm (102.4 inches)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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