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Chevrolet Corvette 5.7

General information

ModelChevrolet Corvette 5.7
Year1972
CategoryCabriolets/sport cars
Rating53 out of 100. Show full rating and compare with other cars

Main features, safety and ecconomy

Engine size5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Seats2
DriveRear wheels
TransmissionManual, 4-speed

Engine and transmission

Engine locationFront, longitudinal
Displacement5733 ccm (349.83 cubic inches)
Engine typeV8
Max power258.50 PS (190 kW or 255 HP) at 5600 Rev. per min.
Max torque380.00 Nm (38.7 kgf-m or 280.3 ft.lbs) at 4000 Rev. per min.
Compression9.0:1
Bore x stroke101.7 x 88.4 mm (4.0 x 3.5 inches)
Fuel systemCarburetor
Valves per cylinder2
Fuel controlPushrod/overhead valve (OHV)
Cooling systemLiquid
GearboxManual, 4-speed

Speed and acceleration

Power/weight ratio0.1724 PS/kg

Exterior and interior

Chassis typeCoupe
Max no. of doors2

Steering, brakes and tires

Turn circle12 m (472.4 inches)
Front brakesDisks
Rear brakesDisks

Dimensions and weight

Weight1499 kg (3,304.7 pounds)
Overall length4640 mm (182.7 inches)
Overall width1760 mm (69.3 inches)
Overall height1220 mm (48.0 inches)
Ground clearance130 mm (5.1 inches)
Wheelbase2500 mm (98.4 inches)
Fuel capacity68.0 litres (17.97 gallons)

Other specifications

Country of originUSA
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