1957 Chevrolet Corvette C1 283 Convertible Specifications

1957 Chevrolet Corvette Engine & Transmission.

Engine:

The Cabriolet version of the Corvette model has a 4639 cc (283.0 ci) 16 valve V 8 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.

Transmission:

This particular Chevrolet Corvette C1 283 Convertible has a 3 speed / Manual gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.

1957 Chevrolet Corvette Power & Torque.

Power:

The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette reaches its peak power of 283 bhp (211 kW) @ 6200 rpm.

Torque:

The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette produces torque measuring 290 lb-ft (393.1 Nm) @ 4400 rpm.

Power to Weight:

The Corvette weighs around 1350 kg (2976 lb). The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette Power to weight is 209.6 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 214.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.

1957 Chevrolet Corvette 0-60, Top Speed & Quarter Mile

Top Speed:

The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette has a top speed of 133 mph (214.0 kph)

Acceleration:

The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 5.70 seconds or 0-100kph in 5.9s. The 1957 Chevrolet Corvette estimated 1/4 mile drag time is 14 seconds with a trap speed of 99.3 mph.

1957 Corvette C1 283 Convertible Rivals:

• 2012 Audi R8 5.2 V10 Spyder
• 2003 Ferrari 360 Challenge Stradale
• 2022 Porsche 911 Carrera T 3.0 Turbo 992

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