Below is a listing of general specifications for the 1988 Corvette including engine specifications, dimensions, and more.
| Dimensions | ||
|---|---|---|
| Coupe | Convertible | |
| Wheelbase (in.) | 96.2 | |
| Track Frt/Rear (in) | 59.6 / 60.4 | |
| Length (in.) | 176.5 | |
| Width (in.) | 71.0 | |
| Height (in.) | 46.7 | 46.6 |
| Ground Clearance (in.) (minimum) | 4.7 | |
| Curb Weight (lbs) | 3330 | NA |
| Weight/Power (lbs/bhp) | 14.0 | |
| Coefficient of Drag | 0.33 | NA |
| Weight Dist. F/R (%) | 51/49 | 50.2/49.8 |
| Coolant Capacity (qt.) | 14.6 | |
| Fuel Capacity (gal.) | 20.0 | |
| Oil Capacity (qt.) | 4.5 | |
| Engine Specifications | |
|---|---|
| L98 | |
| Type | Overhead valve, pushrod V8, 2 valves/cylinder, cast iron block, aluminum heads |
| Bore | 4.00 in |
| Stroke | 3.48 in |
| Displacement | 5.7L / 350 ci. |
| Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 245 hp @ 4,300 rpm (coupe w/ 3.07:1 axle) 240 hp (convert.) |
| Torque | 340 lb-ft @ 3,200 rpm |
| Redline (RPM) | NA |
| Induction System | Bosch Multi-Point Fuel Injection |
| Miscellaneous | |
|---|---|
| Brakes | |
| Type | ABS Power-assist vented discs |
| Front Rotors (diam) | 11.5 in. (13.0 in. - RPO Z51) |
| Rear Rotors (diam) | 11.5 in. (12.0 in. - RPO Z51) |
| Wheels and Tires | |
| Wheel Size (Front) | 16 x 8.5 in. 17 x 9.5 in (RPOs Z51/Z52) |
| Wheel Size (Rear) | 16 x 8.5 in. 17 x 9.5 in (RPOs Z51/Z52) |
| Wheel Type | 5-bolt, cast alloy |
| Tire Make/Size | Goodyear Eagle VR50, P255/50VR-16 Goodyear Eagle ZR, P275/40ZR-17 (RPOs Z51/Z52) |
| Transmission | ||
|---|---|---|
| Automatic | Manual | |
| Type | 4-Speed | 4-Spd. Doug Nash w/ OD |
| Gear Ratios | ||
| 1st | 3.06 | 2.88 (1.93 OD) |
| 2nd | 1.63 | 1.91 (1.28 OD) |
| 3rd | 1.00 | 1.33 (0.89 OD) |
| 4th | 0.70 | 1.00 (0.67 OD) |
| Reverse | NA | NA |
| Axle Ratio | 2.59, 3.07 (RPO G92: 3.07) | |