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Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Specs

(1977 - 1978) - Technical Specifications for Years 1977, 1978

Key Specs

Petrol

349.8 cu-in
5733 cm³

V 8

175 HP
177 PS / 130 kW

264 lb-ft
359 Nm

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Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Body, Model and Production details

Generation :	Corvette C3 - 1978 Update

Body :	Coupé

Num. of Doors :	2 doors


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Engine Technical Data

Engine type - Number of cylinders :	V 8

Engine Code :	GM Chevrolet Small-Block V-8 350 L48

Fuel type :	Petrol

Fuel System :	Rochester Quadrajet Carburetor

Lubrication :	See oil information Engine oil capacity (with filter): 4.3 L

Engine Alignment :	Longitudinal

Engine Position :	Front

Engine displacement :	349.8 cu-in / 5733 cm³

Bore x Stroke :	4 x 3.48 inches 101.60 x 88.40 mm

Number of valves :	16 Valves

Aspiration :	naturally-aspirated

Compression Ratio :	8.50

Horsepower :	175 HP / 177 PS / 130 kW @ 3800 rpm

Maximum torque :	264 lb-ft / 359 Nm @ 2400 rpm

Drive wheels - Traction - Drivetrain :	RWD

Transmission Gearbox - Number of speeds :	3 speed Automatic


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Fuel Consumption (Economy), Emissions and Range

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Highway ( - 2008):	18 MPG 22 MPG UK 13.1 L/100 km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA City ( - 2008):	13 MPG 16 MPG UK 18.1 L/100 km

Fuel Consumption - Economy - EPA Combined ( - 2008):	15 MPG 18 MPG UK 15.7 L/100 km

Range (EPA):	360 miles / 580 km

Fuel Tank Capacity :	24 gallons 91 L 20 UK gallons

Catalytic converter :	Yes

Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Performance

Top Speed :	- Mph / - km/h

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


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Size, Dimensions, Aerodynamics and Weight

Wheelbase :	97.99 inches / 248.9 cm

Length :	185.2 inches / 470.4 cm

Width :	69.02 inches / 175.3 cm

Height :	47.99 inches / 121.9 cm

Front Axle :	58.7 inches / 149.1 cm

Rear Axle :	59.49 inches / 151.1 cm

Ground clearance :	4.29 inches / 10.9 cm

Aerodynamic drag coefficient - Cx :	-

Curb Weight :	3624 lbs / 1644 kg

Weight/Power Output Ratio :	9.3 kg/hp


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Interior size, Dimensions

Num. of Seats :	2 seats

Trunk / Boot capacity :	-


Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto Brakes, Tires, Steering and Suspension

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

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

Front Tyres - Rims dimensions :	225/70 R15

Rear Tyres - Rims dimensions :	225/70 R15

Steering :	Recirculating bearing ball and nut steering. Hydraulic Power-Steering

Turning circle :	37.1 feet / 11.3 m

Steering wheel lock-to-lock :	2.92 turns

Steering ratio :	16.1:1

Front Suspension :	Independent. SLA Type. Coil Springs. Anti-roll bar 0.875 in/diam (1.12in/diam on FE7 code optional Gymkhana suspension)

Rear Suspension :	Full independent with frame-anchored differencial. 3-Links: tubular axle drive shafts. torque control arms and transverse strut rods. Leaf springs. Anti-roll bar 0.440in/diam (FE7 code optional Gymkhana suspension only)

What engine is in Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto?
The Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto has a V 8, Petrol engine with 5733 cm³ / 349.8 cu-in capacity.

How many horsepower (hp) does a 1977 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto have?
The 1977 Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto has 177 PS / 175 bhp / 130 kW.

How much does a Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto weighs?
The Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto weighs 1644 Kg / 3624 lbs.

Is Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto All Wheel Drive (AWD)?
No, the Chevrolet Corvette C3 Coupe 1978 350 V8 California-market Auto is not All Wheel Drive (AWD). It's Rear Wheel Drive (RWD).