Corvette Suspension has Leaf Springs, How?

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Corvette Suspension has Leaf Springs, How?

THis is the Technical data of Corvette 7.0 V8. How come it has got leaf spring suspension? If i am not mistaken leaf springs are kamanis as used in trucks etc.

Number of seats 2
Engine
Engine code LS7
Engine type Otto, Front longitudinal
Number of cylinders 8, V
Engine capacity 7011 cm3
Number of valves 16 OHV
Fuel Petrol, Injection by cylinder
Supercharging None
Bore 104.8 mm
Stroke 101.6 mm
Compression ratio 11.0
Max Power 373 kW (SAE) 6200 rpm
Max torque 657 Nm (rpm) 4800 rpm
Transmission & Drive
Drive rear-wheel drive
GearBox 6 Manual
Steering type Hydraulic power
Brakes & Tyres
Wheels 18x9.5 / 19x12
Front tyres 275/35 R18
Rear tyres 325/30 R19
Front brakes Ventillated disc
Rear brakes Ventillated disc
Suspensions
Front Suspension Double wishbone, leaf spring
Rear Suspension Double wishbone, leaf spring
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2629 mm
Length 4445 mm
Width 1930 mm
Height 1244 mm
Curb weight 1420 kg
Trunk 634 l -
Fuel tank 68 liter

I also saw this on Top Gear and That new presentor with Jeremy literrlay F****d the Americans when he drove the car.
Any Expert?

Gari.pk User 1557 asked on 22 Jun 2010 13:44:58 pm

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Konain - on 22 Jun 2010 13:45:14 pm

Leaf springs dont necessarily equate to a primitive suspension setup On the other hand it displays better load handling capabilities and criper response. The Vette does not have the conventional sliptical setup you see on a rigid axle setup but a transverse mounted composite unit. Its claimed to be the world's quickest acting suspension.