2001 Corvette Specifications
Chevrolet introduced the powerful new Z06 to the 2001 Corvette lineup. Revised suspension, red brake calipers, and rear brake cooling ducts were among many other Z06 exclusives. The 2001 convertible and coupe models also benefited from the new LS6 V-8 developed for the Z06. Here are the specifications for the 2001 Corvette:
The 2001 Corvette convertible got a smoother-looking soft top
with better sealing and sound insulation.
| Vehicle Specifications | Hatchback | Convertible | Coupe |
| Wheelbase, inches | 104.5 | 104.5 | 104.5 |
| Length, inches | 179.7 | 179.7 | 179.7 |
| Width, inches | 73.6 | 73.6 | 73.6 |
| Track, inches | front: 62.1 rear: 62.2 | front: 62.1 rear: 62.2 | front: 62.1 rear: 62.2 |
| Height, inches | 47.8 | 47.7 | 47.9 |
| Curb weight, pounds | 3,212 | 3,207 | 3,130 |
Mechanical Specifications (2-door hatchback/convertible/coupe)
Suspension
front: Independent; upper and lower A-arms, transverse composite monoleaf spring, tube shock absorbers, antiroll bar
rear: Independent, upper and lower A-arms, toe links, transverse composite monoleaf springs, tube shock absorbers, antiroll bar
Wheels/Tires
front: P245/45ZR-17 (Z06, P265/40ZR-17)
rear: P275/40ZR-18 (Z06, P295/35ZR-18)
Brakes
front: anti-lock 12.6-inch disc
rear: anti-lock 11.6-inch disc
Transmission
4-speed automatic
6-speed manual
Standard axle ratio
2.73:1 (auto) 3.42:1 (manual)
Engine Specifications
| Type | ohv V-8 | ohv V-8 |
| Displacement, liters/cu inch | 5.7/350 | 5.7/350 |
| Bore × stroke, inches | 3.90 × 3.62 | 3.90 × 3.62 |
| Fuel management | Sequential Injection | Sequential Injection |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 350 @ 5,600 | 385 @ 6,000 |
| Torque @ rpm, pound-foot | 375 @ 4,400 | 385 @ 4,800 |
Published Performance Numbers
| Acceleration | 385 hp, 6-speed manual |
| 0-60 mph, sec | 4.6 |
| 0-100 mph, sed | 10.5 |
| 1/4-mile, sec @ mph | 13.0 @ 110.5 |
Source: Road & Track
Vehicle Production and Base Prices
| Car Type | Production | Price |
| 2-door hatchback | 15,681 | $40,475.00 |
| 2-door Z06 coupe | 5,773 | 47,500.00 |
| 2-door convertible | 14,173 | 47,000.00 |
Options and Production
| Option | Production | Price |
| Preferred Equipment Group (hatchback) | 2,514 | $1,639.00 |
| Preferred Equipment Group (convertible) | 1,710 | 1,769.00 |
| Preferred Equipment Group (hatchback) | 11,558 | 2,544.00 |
| Preferred Equipment Group (convertible) | 11,881 | 2,494.00 |
| Memory Package | 4,780 | 150.00 |
| Floor Mats | 34,907 | 25.00 |
| Body Side Moldings | 20,457 | 75.00 |
| Dual Removable Roof Panels | 5,099 | 1,100.00 |
| Removable Roof Panel, blue tint | 4,769 | 650.00 |
| Electrochromic Mirrors | 4,576 | 120.00 |
| Selective Real Time Damping | 5,620 | 1,695.00 |
| Performance Axle Ratio (3.25 ratio for automatic) | 12,882 | 300.00 |
| 6-Speed Manual Transmission | 16,019 | 815.00 |
| Magnesium Wheels | 1,022 | 2,000.00 |
| Polished Aluminum Wheels | 22,980 | 895.00 |
| Corvette Museum Delivery | 457 | 490.00 |
| Delco Stereo Cassette (replaces std radio) | 6,844 | -100.00 |
| Delco Stereo System w/CD | 28,783 | 100.00 |
| Remote 12-Disc Changer | 14,198 | 600.00 |
| Front License Plate Frame | 18,935 | 15.00 |
| Performance Handling Package | 7,817 | 350.00 |
| Millennium Yellow w/tint coat | 3,887 | 600.00 |
| Magnetic Red Metallic Paint | 3,322 | 600.00 |
Color Choices and Production
| Color Choice | Production | Color Choice | Production |
| Light Pewter Metallic | 3,462 | Quicksilver Metallic | 4,822 |
| Navy Blue Metallic | 2,587 | Speedway White | 2,465 |
| Black | 6,971 | Torch Red | 7,192 |
| Millennium Yellow | 3,887 | Magnetic Red Metallic | 3,322 |
| Dark Bowling Green Metallic | 919 |
Learn about other Corvettes in this generation:
| 1997 Corvette | 1998 Corvette | 1999 Corvette |
| 2000 Corvette | 2001 Corvette | 2002 Corvette |
| 2003 Corvette | 2004 Corvette |
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