The Cabriolet version of the Corvette model has a 3859 cc (235.4 ci) 12 valve Straight 6 Naturally Aspirated Petrol engine.
This particular Chevrolet Corvette C1 235 Convertible has a 2 speed / Auto gearbox with the power being delivered through it's RWD system.
The Corvette's 3859 cc (235.4 ci) engine reaches its peak power of 150 bhp (111 kW) @ 4200 rpm.
The Chevrolet Corvette produces torque measuring 223 lb-ft (302.3 Nm) @ 2400 rpm.
The Corvette weighs around 1290 kg (2843 lb). Power to weight can be calculated at 116.2 bhp per metric ton or alternatively as 172.8 lb-ft of torque per ton.
The Chevrolet Corvette C1 235 Convertible - [1953] has a top speed of 108 mph (173.8 kph)
This Corvette accelerates 0-60mph (96.6 kph) in 11.00 seconds or 0-100kph in 11.4s and can achieve an estimated 1/4 mile drag time in 15.02 seconds with a trap speed of 80.5 mph.
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0-60mph: 8.80 seconds
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