Chevrolet Chevelle SS II vs Chevrolet Corvette C5: specs side by side
Quick comparison from catalog data - no editorial review of this pair yet.
Chevrolet · 1968–1972
Chevelle SS II
- Power
- 336 kW457 PS
- Top speed
- -
- Kerb mass
- 1,482 kg
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Chevrolet · 1997–2004
Corvette C5
- Power
- 302 kW411 PS
- Top speed
- 275 km/h
- Kerb mass
- -
In plain words
Chevrolet Chevelle SS II has more power: 336 kW (457 PS) against 302 kW (411 PS) for Chevrolet Corvette C5. Chevrolet Chevelle SS II is the older design (from 1968); Chevrolet Corvette C5 arrived in 1997. Our catalog has no kerb mass for the Chevrolet Corvette C5 yet, so some checks above leave it out.
Size and weight
| Chevelle SS II | Corvette C5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm114.2 in | 2,654 mm104.5 in −246 mm −9.7 in −8.5% |
| Fits a standard garage? | No data | Tight |
Difference vs Chevelle SS II (±). Garage check: a standard single garage takes a car up to about 5.0 m (16 ft 5 in) long and 1.9 m (6 ft 3 in) wide (width as listed in the catalog; some makers include the mirrors). Leave about 0.6 m (2 ft) to open the doors.
Full specifications
| Chevrolet Chevelle SS II | Chevrolet Corvette C5 | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Version | SS 454 LS6 · petrol · 336 kW (457 PS) | Z06 LS6 5.7 V8 · petrol · 302 kW (411 PS) |
| Production years | 1968–1972 | 1997–2004 |
| Body | Coupe | Coupe |
| Class | Sports car | Sports car |
| Country | United States | United States |
| Performance | ||
| Power Why it matters: More power means stronger acceleration and easier overtaking, especially with a full load. | 336 kW (457 PS) 451 hp Better | 302 kW (411 PS) 405 hp |
| Power, all versions | 183–336 kW (249–457 PS) 245–451 hp | 257–302 kW (349–411 PS) 345–405 hp |
| Torque Why it matters: Torque is the pulling force you feel when accelerating from low revs, towing or climbing hills. | 678 Nm 500 lb-ft Better | 542 Nm 400 lb-ft |
| Top speed Why it matters: Top speed hints at how relaxed the car is at motorway speeds, even if you never reach it. | No data | 275 km/h 171 mph |
| Power per tonne | 227 kW/t 276 hp/ton calculated | No data |
| Engine and transmission | ||
| Fuel | Petrol | Petrol |
| Engine | 7,400 cc · 8 cyl 7.4 l | 5,700 cc · 8 cyl 5.7 l |
| Engine code | LS6 | LS6 |
| Gearbox | No data | 6-speed manual |
| Drive | No data | Rear-wheel drive |
| Dimensions and weight | ||
| Length | No data | 4,564 mm 179.7 in |
| Width | No data | 1,869 mm 73.6 in |
| Height | No data | 1,212 mm 47.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 2,900 mm 114.2 in | 2,654 mm 104.5 in |
| Kerb weight Why it matters: A lighter car is usually more agile and uses less energy. | 1,482 kg 3,267 lb | No data |
These cars do not differ in the data we have.
Equal rows hidden (5): Body, Class, Country, Fuel, Engine code.
Better marks the stronger figure - only for measurable specs (power, torque, 0–100 km/h, consumption, boot, weight).