A Stingray is ALWAYS a Corvette, but a Corvette is NOT always a Stingray. However, the facts; 1963 through 1967 Corvettes were dubbed Sting Rays, (2 words), by Chevrolet. In addition, the 1969 thru 1976 Corvettes were dubbed Stingrays, (one word), by Chevrolet. It is only a name,