The Coupe version of the Corvette model has a 7440 cc (454.0 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray 454 7.4 V8 has a 4 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Corvette's 7440 cc (454.0 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 270 bhp (201 kW) @ 4000 rpm.
The Chevrolet Corvette produces torque measuring 390 lb-ft (528.7 Nm) @ 3200 rpm.
The Corvette weighs around 1558 kg (3434 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 173.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 250.3 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray 454 7.4 V8 - [1972] has a top speed of 107 mph (172.1 kph)
This Corvette accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 6.10 seconds or 0-100kph in 6.3s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 14.29 seconds with a trap speed of 93.4 mph.
Lotus Esprit S3 Turbo SE
Engine: Turbo Petrol | 2174cc 16v St4
Top Speed: 159 mph
0-60mph: 4.90 seconds
Bentley Continental GTC Speed
Engine: Twin Turbo Petrol | 5998cc 48v W12
Top Speed: 321.8 kph
0-100kph: 4.6 seconds
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