It's here, folks. The Corvette Z06 has finally been revealed, and let's be honest: It is looking like one of the best 'Vettes of all time. The minor tweaks from the base C8 add up, and we are left with an unbelievably attractive car. It is easily one of the most exciting cars of recent time, with it's 5.5 Liter V8 engine, a machine sure to delight everyone from Chevy die-hards to just casual enthusiasts. It pumps out 670 hp and 460 lb-ft of torque, both very impressive numbers. Production starts in summer of 2022, and will challenge the likes of the Jaguar F-Type, Lotus Emira, Ferrari Portofino, and Acura NSX in the entry-level supercar market. Except one fact: The C8, and the C8 Z06 are priced at a fraction of the costs of similar cars, with the former starting at $59K, and the latter estimated to cost $80K. The new mid-engined layout of the Corvette really works to it's advantage, as it is much quicker (0-60 in only 2.5 s for the Z06) and much more responsive on the track, as it's symmetry helps it handle better than the previous gen of the Corvette, the C7.
Also, by ditching he supercharger, the Z06 pays homage to the legendary C1 Corvette, and it is also a really good idea, mechanically wise. The new engine revs to an outrageous 7000 rpm, and is sure to please the purists with it's beautiful engine sound, which sounds, to be honest, like a Ferrari 458, which is the highest compliment. As a matter of fact, the two share engine configurations, which might have something to to with it. The approach that Chevrolet is taking here with the Z06 is a good one, as they seem to have a perfect ratio of retro glory and today's tech. The sports car world is not ready for this one, that I can say.
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