1963-1967 Corvette OverviewChevrolet Corvette Overview (1963 - 1967)
C2
Tech Specs Summary
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- 115 - 150 mph
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- 4.8 - 8.5 seconds
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- 250 - 435 hp
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- 7.1 - 10.4 mpg
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- 3,329 - 3,605 lbs
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- 8 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 4.6 ft3 (Convertible)
This generation of the Chevrolet Corvette (C2) was produced by the American manufacturer Chevrolet between 1963 - 1967. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are many power levels available from a 5.4 L V8 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and trailing-arm rear suspension.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the Corvette is the Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 427 L88 which scores 3.3★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 430 hp and a power/weight ratio of 8.25 lb/hp it has a top speed of 150 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.8 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Chevrolet Corvette Sting Ray 327 L75 is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 1.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 206 miles and can store 8 cubic feet of cargo.