Chevrolet Corvette C1 specs: all versions
1953–1962 · 4 versions in our catalog. Read the full story
- 3.9 l Blue Flame 235 I6 (SAE gross)110 kW (150 PS)PetrolConvertible
- 4.3 l 265 V8 (SAE gross)145 kW (197 PS)PetrolConvertible
- 4.6 l211 kW (287 PS)PetrolConvertible
- 5.4 l 327 V8 fuel injection (SAE gross)270 kW (367 PS)PetrolConvertible
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Flame 235 I6 (SAE gross) | 3.9 l · 6 cyl · Petrol3,900 cc | 110 kW150 PS · 148 hp | - | 2-sp Automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 1953–1954 |
| 265 V8 (SAE gross) | 4.3 l · 8 cyl · Petrol4,300 cc | 145 kW197 PS · 194 hp | - | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1955 |
| 4.6 211 kW (287 PS) Convertible | 4.6 l · 8 cyl · Petrol4,600 cc | 211 kW287 PS · 283 hp | 393 Nm290 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1957 |
| 327 V8 fuel injection (SAE gross) | 5.4 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,400 cc | 270 kW367 PS · 362 hp | - | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1962 |
Dimensions and weight
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Flame 235 I6 (SAE gross) | 4,249 mm167.3 in | 1,773 mm69.8 in | 1,308 mm51.5 in | 2,591 mm102.0 in | 1,309 kg2,886 lb |
| 265 V8 (SAE gross) | 4,249 mm167.3 in | 1,773 mm69.8 in | 1,308 mm51.5 in | 2,591 mm102.0 in | 1,272 kg2,804 lb |
| 4.6 211 kW (287 PS) Convertible | 4,267 mm168.0 in | 1,791 mm70.5 in | 1,308 mm51.5 in | 2,591 mm102.0 in | 1,292 kg2,848 lb |
| 327 V8 fuel injection (SAE gross) | 4,501 mm177.2 in | 1,788 mm70.4 in | 1,295 mm51.0 in | 2,591 mm102.0 in | 1,390 kg3,064 lb |