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Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Specs

(1971 - 1972) - Technical Specifications for Years 1971, 1972

Petrol

454.2 cu-in
7443 cm³

V 8

270 HP
274 PS / 202 kW

390 lb-ft
529 Nm

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Corvette C3 - 1970 Update

Body :	Cabrio

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	GM Chevrolet Big Block 454 V8 LS5

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Rochester Quadrajet Carburetor

Lubrication :	See oil information Engine oil capacity (with filter): 5.2 L

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	454.2 cu-in / 7443 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	4.25 x 4 inches 108 x 101.6 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.5

Horsepower :	270 HP / 274 PS / 202 kW @ 4000 rpm

Maximum torque :	390 lb-ft / 529 Nm @ 3200 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	4 speed Manual


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Tank Capacity :	18 gallons 68 L 15 UK gallons

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

Acceleration 0 to 100 km/h (0 to 62 mph) :	- s


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	97.99 inches / 248.9 cm

Length :	182.52 inches / 463.6 cm

Width :	69.02 inches / 175.3 cm

Height :	47.91 inches / 121.7 cm

Front Axle :	58.7 inches / 149.1 cm

Rear Axle :	59.41 inches / 150.9 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	3501 lbs / 1588 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	5.8 kg/hp


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	2 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	-


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Stingray Convertible 1970 454 V8 Turbo-Jet 270HP 4-speed Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

Front Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (11.73 inches / 298 mm)

Rear Brakes - Disc dimensions :	Discs (11.73 inches / 298 mm)

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	F70/- R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	F70/- R15

Steering :	Recirculating bearing ball and nut steering. Hydraulic Power-Steering Optional (code N40)

Turning circle :	37.1 feet / 11.3 m

Steering wheel lock-to-lock :	3.4 turns

Steering ratio :	16:1

Front Suspension :	Independent, SLA Type, Coil Springs, Stabilizer Bar (350 V8: 0.75 in/diam; 454 V8: 0.9375 in/diam)

Rear Suspension :	Full independent with frame-anchored differencial. 3-Links: tubular axle drive shafts, torque control arms and transverse strut rods. Leaf springs. Stabilizer bar 0.562 in/diam (454 V8 only)