Showing posts with label zr1. Show all posts
Showing posts with label zr1. Show all posts

Thursday, September 23, 2010

Video: Motor Trend runs ZR1 Corvette vs. Porsche 911 Turbo



Both the Corvette ZR1 and the Porsche 911 Turbo create bozo power, but they do so in very different ways. Beyond the obvious comparison of power and speed, the Corvette is more of an unforgiving sledge hammer as opposed to the forgiving nature of the 911. Both can get the job done on the track, however, as this video shows. So which car is superior, not only in a straight up drag race but in the twisties as well? The answer may surprise you...

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Video: Autocar plays chase with a Corvette ZR1



There are lots of fun things one can do with a Corvette ZR1. Autocar decided it was going to strap a camera to the back of a car and let the 'Vette play chase. The results are pretty entertaining, to say the least.


Tuesday, June 2, 2009

1969 Chevrolet Camaro gets a ZR1 LS9


The 1969 Camaro is the "been there, done that" car for hot rodders, and you can almost hear the moans around the country every time Hot Rod features one in it's magazine (even one that featured a Toyota Supra mill). But with new engines come new possibilities, and the new LS9 motor is a beast in all respects.

This particular Camaro, constructed by GM engineer and Pro Touring stud Mark Stielow, is the first classic Camaro to feature GM's most powerful production motor ever. Stielow also added the wheels, tires, and carbon ceramic brakes from the ZR1, along with an Art Morrison subframe and a Tremec T56 tranny from a Dodge Viper.

You have to give Stielow credit, as the quality of the build looks top notch and it's not easy to create something so unique from something so played out.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Corvette C6 based retro C3R Corvette







While many would argue that the current C6 Corvette is by far the best Vette ever, it's appearance leaves a little to be desired for those looking to stand out. The current design isn't so much different from the last two generations, and one could argue that it's high time for a change.



Count Christian Cyrulewski among those who are bored with the C6. But unlike the rest of us who would probably just complain about it with our buddy's, he's taken matters into his own hands and created the C3R prototype. If it generates enough interest, Christian may offer a kit version of the car.



Christian plans to drive the car in the Woodward Dream Cruise next year. Like your retro style musclecar with some muscle? Christian also plans a 427-powered version of the kit complete with side pipes. No word yet on pricing or availability of the car, but we'll keep you posted.







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