andykhol23

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Chevrolet Corvette ZR1
Chevrolet officially announced the 2009 Corvette ZR1 - an American supercar that brings the technology and engineering refinement of carbon-fiber, ceramics and electronics together in a distinctive design.

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"Chevrolet's goal with the new ZR1 is to show what an American supercar can deliver, at a price that trumps exotics that cost two, three or four times as much - and does so with exceptional driveability," said Ed Peper, Chevrolet general manager.

The ZR1's basic stats:

All-new LS9 supercharged 6.2L V-8 targeted at producing at least 100 horsepower per liter, or 620 horsepower (462 kW), and approximately 595 lb.-ft. of torque (823 Nm)
Six-speed, close-ratio, race-hardened manual transmission
New, high-capacity dual-disc clutch
Higher-capacity and specific-diameter axle half-shafts; enhanced torque tube
Specific suspension tuning provides more than 1g cornering grip
Twenty-spoke 19-inch front and 20-inch rear wheels
Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires - P285/30ZR19 in front and P335/25ZR20 in the rear - developed specifically for the ZR1
Standard carbon-ceramic, drilled disc brake rotors - 15.5-inch-diameter (394-mm) in the front and 15-inch-diameter (380-mm) in the rear
Larger brake calipers with substantially increased pad area
Standard Magnetic Selective Ride Control with track-level suspension
Wider, carbon-fiber front fenders with ZR1-specific dual vents
Carbon-fiber hood with a raised, polycarbonate window - offering a view of the intercooler below it
Carbon-fiber roof panel, roof bow, front fascia splitter and rocker moldings with clear-coated, exposed carbon-fiber weave
ZR1-specific full-width rear spoiler with raised outboard sections
Specific gauge cluster with boost gauge (also displayed on the head-up display) and 220-mph (370 km/h) speedometer readout
Only two options: chrome wheels and a "luxury" package
Curb weight of approximately 3,350 pounds (1,519 kg)
The specialized components of the new ZR1 work harmoniously to deliver the most powerful and fastest automobile ever produced by General Motors. Performance estimates will be announced closer to vehicle's summer 2008 launch.

"Preliminary testing shows the ZR1 builds on the highly respected Corvette Z06 in every performance category, from acceleration and braking, to cornering grip and top speed," said Peper. "It all boils down to the power-to-weight ratio and the ZR1's is exceptional - better than the Porsche 911 GT2, the Ferrari 599 and even the Lamborghini LP640. In fact, the ZR1 is expected to be the first production Corvette to achieve a top speed of at least 200 mph."

By the numbers

In addition to the exterior cues and powertrain, ZR1 models will be distinguished from other Corvette models by their VIN. Each will carry a unique, identifying VIN digit, as well as a sequential build number. This makes it easy to determine the build number of a specific car - information treasured by enthusiasts and collectors. For example, a ZR1 with a VIN ending in "0150" would indicate it is the 150 th ZR1 built for the model year.

lear4406

Viper at 605 hp. This should be a close one. Lets see what happens when they are tested side by side. Some how I get the feeling the Vette will ever so slightly edge out the Viper. But I hope not. For the first time an SRT-10 Viper is the better deal for over 600 horses.

tdub2112

Two great cars battlin' it out. Ya gotta love it.

GO VIPER!

Jeremiah 29:11

Here are some additional pics of took of the Corvette: https://dodgechallenger.com/forums/fb.asp?m=30982

RLSH700

At this level it takes quite a hp, tq, and weight difference to make a notable difference. Another interesting thing is the factor that the Viper is a little less powerful, but it has more consistent power due to being NA as opposed to being supercharged. This will be fun to see how it will play out. Most likely, the Vette will win since I'm sure they benchmarked it to be a little better than the Viper, but the question that will be raised is will it be worth the extra money? Will Dodge finally get the "better bang for your buck" argument for the first time since the last ZR-1

tcchubb

imo i think the ZR-1 will win but i agree will the price be a issue. if it is as close as ppl are saying it will be i dont see the ZR-1 winning the battle. it i will have to rape the viper to be consider the better buy. i mean it is what 15-20k more.(not sure on prices since i know these are way out my price range). or will the Z06 make a come back for the viper????

lear4406

I am really interested in seeing what it will do. Traction and driver will be key components in a shootout with an SRT10 2008 Viper. My heart is with the Viper. And I believe it has a flater torque curve. But it NA for me as far as Factory and I don't play fair on the sreet and strip NOx.