New Corvette ZR1 redefines power: American supercar stuns rival brands
Americans have swept the competition, showing that creating a potent supercar without hybrid system support is still possible.
1,080 horsepower, 827 lb-ft of maximum torque, 5.5 litres of displacement, and eight cylinders in a V configuration – that’s a brief description of the LT7 engine, which powers the new Corvette ZR1 and is the most powerful production V8 from the USA in history.
It’s an evolution of the LT6 unit with a redesigned head, forged pistons, and two large turbochargers. Despite the forced induction, the new motor revs up to 8,000 rpm, delivering more than decent performance. The sprint to 60 mph takes less than 3 seconds, and the top speed is 215 mph. It will be handy on the straight, but the car won’t disappoint in the corners, either.
This is all thanks to the ZTK package, which includes a significant splitter on the front bumper, a large rear wing, and a host of small aerodynamic improvements resulting in impressive downforce. Chevrolet boasts values surpassing the Lamborghini Huracán in the STO version.
On the track, you will also benefit from Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R tyres, carbon brakes with discs of 40 cm (front) and 39 cm (rear), as well as lightweight carbon fibre wheels.
If that wasn’t enough, the ZR1 could be purchased in both Coupe and Convertible versions, and production would not be limited. It’s simply another version that joins the official lineup. Nothing remains but to wait for the prices. However, it is already suspected that the price-to-performance ratio will be attractive.
