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Chevrolet Corvette C3 (1968–1982)

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C3 (1968–1982), 1968–1968. Gasoline · 7.0 L · 435 hp · 4-speed manual · Rear-wheel drive. 0–60 mph in 5.0 s and top speed 160 mph.

C3 (1968–1982) 1968 - 1968
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Engine type
Gasoline
Engine volume
7.0 L
Horsepower
435
Torque
460 lb-ft
Transmission
4-speed manual
Drive
Rear-wheel drive
0–60 mph
5.0 s
Top speed
160 mph
Curb weight
3 lbs
Wheelbase
2489 mm
Dimensions
4625 × 1768 × 1219 mm
Fuel economy (city/hwy/combined)
7.0 / 12.0 / 9.0 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 7.0 L
Aspiration Naturally aspirated
Horsepower 435 hp
Torque 460 lb-ft
Cylinders 8
Valves per cylinder 2
Fuel system Carburetor

Transmission

Transmission 4-speed manual
Drive Rear-wheel drive

Performance

Top speed 160 mph
0–60 mph 5.0 s
Fuel economy city 7.0 mpg
Fuel economy highway 12.0 mpg
Fuel economy combined 9.0 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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