Chevrolet Corvette C3 specs: all versions
1968–1982 · 6 versions in our catalog. Read the full story
- 5.7 l L83 350 V8 Cross-Fire Injection (SAE net)149 kW (203 PS)PetrolCoupe
- 5.7 l L82 350 V8 (SAE net)164 kW (223 PS)PetrolCoupe
- 5.4 l 327 V8 (SAE gross)224 kW (305 PS)PetrolCoupe
- 7.4 l LS6 454 V8 (SAE net)242 kW (329 PS)PetrolCoupe
- 5.7 l LT-1 350 V8 (SAE gross)276 kW (375 PS)PetrolCoupe
- 7.0 l L88 427 V8 (SAE gross)321 kW (436 PS)PetrolCoupe
Engines
| Version | Engine | Power | Torque | Gearbox | Drive | Production years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L83 350 V8 Cross-Fire Injection (SAE net) | 5.7 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,700 cc | 149 kW203 PS · 200 hp | 386 Nm285 lb-ft | 4-sp Automatic | Rear-wheel drive | 1982 |
| L82 350 V8 (SAE net) | 5.7 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,700 cc | 164 kW223 PS · 220 hp | 353 Nm260 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1978 |
| 327 V8 (SAE gross) | 5.4 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,400 cc | 224 kW305 PS · 300 hp | 488 Nm360 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1968 |
| LS6 454 V8 (SAE net) | 7.4 l · 8 cyl · Petrol7,400 cc | 242 kW329 PS · 325 hp | 529 Nm390 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1971 |
| LT-1 350 V8 (SAE gross) | 5.7 l · 8 cyl · Petrol5,700 cc | 276 kW375 PS · 370 hp | 515 Nm380 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1970 |
| L88 427 V8 (SAE gross) | 7.0 l · 8 cyl · Petrol7,000 cc | 321 kW436 PS · 430 hp | 658 Nm485 lb-ft | - | Rear-wheel drive | 1968–1969 |
Performance
| Version | Top speed |
|---|---|
| L82 350 V8 (SAE net) | 204 km/h127 mph |
Dimensions and weight
| Version | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Kerb weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| L83 350 V8 Cross-Fire Injection (SAE net) | 4,707 mm185.3 in | 1,753 mm69.0 in | 1,219 mm48.0 in | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |
| L82 350 V8 (SAE net) | - | - | - | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |
| 327 V8 (SAE gross) | 4,625 mm182.1 in | 1,758 mm69.2 in | 1,214 mm47.8 in | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |
| LS6 454 V8 (SAE net) | 4,625 mm182.1 in | 1,758 mm69.2 in | 1,214 mm47.8 in | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |
| LT-1 350 V8 (SAE gross) | 4,625 mm182.1 in | 1,758 mm69.2 in | 1,214 mm47.8 in | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |
| L88 427 V8 (SAE gross) | 4,625 mm182.1 in | 1,758 mm69.2 in | 1,214 mm47.8 in | 2,489 mm98.0 in | 1,597 kg3,521 lb |