For nearly 70 years, the Corvette has led the way in its segment with affordable pricing and a consistently all-American appeal. A car designed in Michigan and built in Kentucky, it had always had the looks that screamed “apple pie and baseball.”
The present C8 generation unleashed an exciting new level of Corvette capability, with even the base-level 455 horsepower model flexing its muscle. Motor Trend named it their “Car of the Year” for 2020, claiming that it set a new precedent for an affordable breed of exotic flair. This year’s Z06 brings to the table an additional 200 horsepower, some smooth aerodynamic work, and more additions to the Stingray’s already awesome formula.
The Motor Trend crew got to work testing the new Z06 alongside a McLaren 765LT Spider, which is priced at nearly an astonishing half-million dollars! The Z06 proceeded to set the all-time figure 8 lap record. At a mere 2.8 seconds to get up to 60 mph, the Corvette Z06 positioned itself for the best ever in production car performance. Once you thumb the starter button, the engine comes to life with a brief crackle before a resonating and distinct hum that prepares you for the fun ahead.
The crew attested that things sounded much like a Ferrari during the early part of the ride, and as the rev climbs, things just get progressively more exciting! The Z06’s dual-overhead-cam 32-valve flat-plane crankshaft LT6 V8 is the prime ingredient here that competes with other legendary and high-performing supercars. It is the most powerful naturally aspirated V8 ever made, and there are six scavenging pumps on board for the dry-sump oiling system to handle greater amounts of pickup.
Drive mode settings have changed the way that everyone from entry-level to champion-grade drivers drive, and the Z06’s Tour mode provides all day-comfort and sleek ease. Flip things up a notch to “Track”, for an agile and detail-focused journey that allows you the best in exhilaration and blowing the doors off your own performance expectations!
