1953 Chevrolet Corvette C1 235 Convertible Specifications

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Corvette model has a 3859 cc (235.4 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Chevrolet Corvette C1 235 Convertible has a 2 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1953 Chevrolet Corvette Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette reaches its peak power of 150 bhp (111 kW) @ 4200 rpm.

Torque:

The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette produces torque measuring 223 lb-ft (302.3 Nm) @ 2400 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Corvette weighs around 1290 kg (2843 lb). The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette Power to weight is 116.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 172.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1953 Chevrolet Corvette 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette has a top speed of 108 mph (173.8 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 11.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 11.4s. The 1953 Chevrolet Corvette estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 15.02 seconds with a trap speed of 80.5 mph.

1953 Corvette C1 235 Convertible Rivals:

• 2017 Audi A6 3.0T Competition
• 2024 Mercedes E Class E53 Hybrid 4MATIC+
• 2009 Tesla Roadster Electric 248bhp

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