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Chevrolet Corvette C3 (1968–1982)

Chevrolet Corvette corvette convertible 327 v8 300

C3 (1968–1982), 1968–1968. Gasoline · 5.4 L · 300 hp · 4-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 7.0 s and top speed 130 mph.

C3 (1968–1982) 1968 - 1968
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
5.4 L
Horsepower
300
Torque
380 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
7.0 s
Top speed
130 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2489 mm
Dimensions
4625 × 1768 × 1219 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
11.0 / 16.0 / 13.0 mpg

General information

Brand country United States
Vehicle class Sports car
Doors 2
Seats 2
Steering side Left-hand drive

Dimensions

Length 4625 mm
Width 1768 mm
Height 1219 mm
Wheelbase 2489 mm
Front track 59 mm
Rear track 59 mm
Wheel size 15 in

Volume and weight

Fuel tank capacity 20.0 gal
Curb weight 3 lbs

Engine

Engine type Gasoline
Engine position Front, longitudinal
Engine volume 5.4 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 300 hp
Torque 380 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburetor

Transmission

Transmission 4-speed manual
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 130 mph
0–60 mph 7.0 s
Fuel economy city 11.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 16.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 13.0 mpg
Fuel type Premium unleaded (required)

Suspension and brakes

Front suspension Independent
Rear suspension Independent
Front brakes Disc
Rear brakes Disc

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