This 4.6 Syncro-Mesh (250 hp) engine was fitted in the C1 [Restyling] Roadster, which was produced by Chevrolet from 1956 to 1957. In addition to this engine, 11 other engines were also available for this body — their technical data and fuel economy are accessible by clicking the body name at the top of the page.
Power & fuel consumption
Fuel tank capacity
65.4litre
Fuel
92 RON
Engine
Displacement
4639cm3
Engine power
250bhp
RPM at max power
to 5 000RPM
Maximum torque
414Nm
RPM at max torque
3800RPM
Engine type
Gasoline
Cylinder layout
V-type
Injection type
Carburetor
Number of cylinders
8
Valves per cylinder
2
Bore
98.43mm
Stroke
76.2mm
Gearbox & drivetrain
Gearbox
Manual
Number of gears
3
Drive wheels
Rear-wheel drive
Turning circle
11.3m
Body
Seats
2
Length
4267mm
Width
1791mm
Height
1422mm
Wheelbase
2590mm
Front track
1448mm
Rear track
1500mm
Kerb weight
1294kg
Body type
Roadster
Suspension & brakes
Front suspension
Independent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Rear suspension
Independent, Lever, Dampers, Spring, Stabilizer bar
Front brakes
Drum
Rear brakes
Drum
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