2012 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 - First Test

We find out that fitting a set of R-compound rubber onto a Corvette Z06 is a good way to end up in an argument with the laws of physics.
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Shot by: Jim Gleason, Gordon Green, Duane Sempson, Corey Denomy
Edited by: Duane Sempson

[@ZR1Terror]

This is the perfect car, clean V8 (no supercharger), front engine, rear wheel drive, manual transmission, low and wide!!! Just perfection!!

[@enderboy6491]

🙏⛄🌍Couldn't have said it better 😭 Merry Christmas ⛄☮️🗓️🎄🌎

[@madpistol]

As much as I love the ZR1, the engine on that car is absolutely brutal unless you know what you're doing. The Z06 with ONLY 505hp is much more kind, yet it is still an awesome power train. Perfect engine, perfect tires, perfect brakes, perfect suspension... all of this adds up to one of the best Corvettes ever. Italy and Germany have been put on notice. Well done Chevy.

[@spraynpray]

There's no way 60mph is at the top of 2nd gear. It's probably at the top of 1st gear. Second gear is closer to 90.

[@brianwilkins5673]

spraynpray 1st-60 2nd-90 3rd-120 4th-155 5th-175 6th-

[@faxxzc]

@@brianwilkins5673 5th goes to 198 i think it was

[@brianwilkins5673]

@@faxxzc Yes, I wrote that without actually doing it. I hit 195 in 5th about a year ago.

[@corvetteZ3r]

@@brianwilkins56735th would go to like 219 if you had the power, and stock rev limiter that is

[@MovieMuscle]

Sixty mph is at the top of 1st gear not second in this car. Lots of drivers do it without bumping the limiter. Which is set at 7120 RPM from GM. You just need to be on point with your shifts.

[@rutter1ify]

Love the look and sound of Corvette's, from England!

[@Gallagur-xz6fr]

60mph at the top of 2nd??? I always thought the Z06 could hit 60 in 1st gear.

[@ttgto6784]

Gallagur it is the narrator is misinformed, 0-60 first gear and it’s a 3LZ not a 3ZR

[@devinespinoza5529]

That is the C6 ZR1 it can hit 80 mph in first gear

[@azimy9388]

Devin Espinoza no ZR1 does 70 first

[@camonly849]

No it's 60 as well lol

[@4632v]

Undeniably a supercar that deserves nothing but top rated respect. Light, tough, durable, responsive and flat out super fast...all that and much potential to go much faster. Great performance bargain. Great review of american iron that exudes global dominance in automotive performance!

[@FraAngelico729]

@twztd28 They could definitely build one robust enough, and you're probably right about the added heft, but the system's actual weight would depend on how it's engineered- i.e., materials, dimensions, mechanicals, etc. My first thought was the Borg-Warner in the GT-R, but considering how that car was designed specifically to be heavy, then you're probably talking about a beefy thing that would likely throw the Vette's balance off.

[@themechanic345]

Screw the supercharged ZR1, I want a Z06

[@Hanson586]

What I've always loved about corvettes is the bang for the buck. No one can debate that...ever. My other car would be a viper simply because it's American. The only thing is their just so damn expensive. The corvette is a dream car for the avg man. If you work hard enough and that work pays off the avg joe can buy an electric fun of a toy. I would love one in my garage. One day , hopefully.

[@KitariFox]

+Hanson Fam I'd love to have one some day as well, but I just can't afford one at the moment. I've had an rx-8, 350z, and even a g35, but I don't think they even come close to the performance the vette has. The closest I've gotten to that corvette performance would probably be my old ninja 650r. However, I hit the books and have diplomas for industrial maintenance tech, welding, and electronics, so hopefully between those three things, I might just be able to find a nice paying job and work my way up and finally get one before I retire. I'm also a disabled army veteran so that helps a little as well. I really think they should start a program called vettes for vets. lol

[@JD-kr6qm]

Some is due to restrictive air flow, headers, and exhaust. If you upgraded those and got a performance tune you would most likely gain another 40-60rwhp. But yeah I still see your point.

[@friendlyuser1]

This car is insane! People think its all fun & games but NO BODY can handle a beast like that!!!

[@Dukefazon]

When I win on the lottery I gotta buy a Corvette.

[@Winkel93]

You mean if lol? Lotteries is created to fool you

[@Dukefazon]

Nope, the 'when' is deliberate :)

[@03056932]

@@Winkel93 you are saying nobody wins or?

[@Winkel93]

@@03056932 0.001% of players maybe x)

[@broidk7070]

So u bought one yet?

[@camirocz]

Who are these people ,I had a z06 for 4 years and it does 0 to 62 mph in first gear.Where do they get top of second ,shifting into third from?

[@dannyblaylock9942]

yup, they got that wrong, i own an 09 Z06, First goes to 60, second 90, 3rd, 120, 4th 140.. and... i dont know the others, i havnt topped out 5th yet.:)

[@Powerwhee-S63TU4]

could be that the rear gears are different?

[@rmm2424]

Danny Blaylock 4th 160

[@6choward]

Shift up light in 4th 154-156 for me

[@dannyblaylock9942]

yup

[@nexorabolis]

Chevrolet, if you ever read these comments, please, PLEASE, find the time to deliver one of these gorgeous cars to my front doorstep. Thanks in advance :)

[@FraAngelico729]

@KoukiMS6 Actually, the GT-R's MSRP starts at $89k ($95k for the Black). The top of the line 3LZ package for the Z06 starts at $81k. Both cars go up from there. As far as handling, we routinely see the Z06 posting well over 1g (Jeremy Clarkson got a 1.2 on TG and the Norschliefe run saw many sustained 1.3's). Don't know what trim level they using, but it's speculation to make a judgment call on what buyers will get for their money. And until you or I actually get the keys, we can only dream! :D

[@mia1shooter]

The 2012 Z06 Centennial Edition is superior to the 991 GT3 in every way!

[@seapeddler]

Ford Mustang and Chevy Corvette brakes have been recalled, as they have failed to protect the occupant in the event of concrete engagement at 200 mph. However, the 2012 Corvette and 2014 Mustang have been retrofitted with U-boat conning towers. But this also requires HO alternators on both missiles to engage the electrogravitic drive. As speeds approach 893.5 MPH the cars are vibrating at a frequency that enables them to penetrate solid granite mountain ranges.

[@mtooshort20]

@eeeen321 this is a fully optioned out z06. the base price is $76k, but the carbon brakes, carbon fiber roof, entertainment package, leather package,Z07 package, magnetic ride control, and R-compound tires all add up....fast!

[@sford01]

I agree with everything about this ZO6. The aggressive exterior, stance, brutal sound, and black wheels...except (in my opinion) the tackey red stripe around them. I know a lot of people would disagree, but it is just a personal preference. An amazing and RAW car nonetheless. I love cars that need a proper driver to pilot them...it just makes the whole expierience much better when you get it right. (And I just ordered a blue 2012 GT-R) Mmm exciting :D

[@inteligentvtec]

we all knew from the begining what the zo6 could do if it had some good rubber on it.

[@morri908]

@morri908 Yeah, the 6g72 was originally in the 3000gt though.. They put it in the Eclipse because it is a decently reliable, somewhat powerful engine.

[@flawns]

Listen up childern of youtube....WATCH THE VIDEO..... enjoy, STOP arguing about cars you don't even own nor have ever driven on one. Its a corvette, if you're a TRUE CAR GUY, you'll appreciate it no matter what.

[@cagriffin101]

People keep saying, If you do "this" to a GTR....or If you do "this" to a Vette without thinking. If you do anything else (especially from the factory) to the car it will add weight and price. Therefore, making minimal gains and placing the car out of the target price point. Therefore, for the moment, the cars are as good as they can be for what they were designed for at that particular price point.

[@honda12345678]

@TheRandomSanta It depends what your using the nitrous for. Nitrous is a great way to make up some performance for cheap compared to forced induction. On the other hand If you plan on running nitrous alot, or large shots of it at one time then you will need some aftermarket fuel managment so your motor doesn't burn lean. Your stock o2 sensor will not be able to keep up with spray. Talk to a local performance shop in your town or someone who knows about motors.

[@psmTARDCORE]

@HPSLUT500 they don't necessarily help acceleration, its the grip around corners and braking distances, not to mention heat resistance during prolonged use

[@genericdenizen1]

Love my Corvette Grand Sport, with its MANUAL TRANSMISSION. Purchased it over a Porsche Carerra 911, because the Corvette is more engaging and sounds phenomenal.

[@Flankeerrr]

yes thank you I cant believe how many times I would have to argue about that plastic vs fiber glass thing I thought nobody would ever agree with me

[@Bruhwhatthehellbruh]

@devilmagic that's with the centennial edition package with the heated seats. it's under 100 grand for it stock with the tires

[@NoloPasoro01]

The Zo6 equipped with all performance package is a real supercar bargain, which is why im gonna get one

[@Atheismrulez]

@MrCodPiece The base Z06 still comes with the Goodyear Eagle F1s, though. These tires can only be had with a pricy option package.

[@twztd28]

@FraAngelico729 That brings up another good point, the Z06 is known for its 50-50 balance, an AWD system would throw that off as well.

[@cmaszerowski]

Corvette is the ultimate performance package. When ur getting a car like this, no one cares about interior, this car is about fun factor and performance. Plus, it could cost them more money and make the car heavier if they start adding to the interior

[@cozzey05]

@Sigrafix the LS7 has a pretty conservative cam and tune...exhaust, cam, tune will put you at ZR1 level all day with less weight and small price.

[@Flabernat]

I hate when people criticize the interior. It's not a BAD interior, it's just not expensive. Plus, it's a Z06, the track version of a sports car, why do you need such a pretty interior? How can that possibly be held against it? How come no one ever complains when a car costing twice the price of the Z06 aren't fast enough?... double standard?... It annoys me to no end.

[@GuitarnScythes]

@gueropalma1990 z06 it rocks cause it's a hell of a lot lighter, is made of plastic and has 2 seats less. So the fact that there's only a 1 second difference between the two is quite an achievement for the GT-R

[@CyberGTX09]

Speed is not just the only factor that determines whether a car is valued to be considered a "supercar". I guess a Toyota Supra with a T88 turbo would be considered a "supercar" too, right? To all the idiots saying the GT-R is a "supercar", I hate to break it to you, but it's NOT a supercar. It's a sports car designed and made by Nissan.

[@IDiedForYou1776]

Normally not much for GM products especially Corvettes but this Vette is what GM should of made all along, great performance, and great interior quality....the interior especially since Chevy is a lot of the times known for their cheap interiors...good job GM please come out with more quality vehicles like this...mind you this is from a Ford fan.

[@qwertyadfzxcv]

Yeah, I just checked it out. They are quite closer than i thought. Can't wait for the nurburgring laptimes. I think those new tires are doing wonders for the car. 8% more grip and +20 seconds per lap of the nurburgring....

[@DiedrichKnickerbocker1783]

Just bought a Z06, 2011, love it so.

[@vtecboi18]

@whitegxp313 the launch control issue has been fixed and u don't need to ship the whole thing back to japan its 2012 now of course parts could take a while but i'm not sure

[@fnfastone]

What a great car ... Looks better than any Porsche ever produced for a fraction of the price , just an awesome car.

[@twztd28]

@TheHm3 They did chop off all that time this is true, but the ZR1 had 3 years of improvement between the first and this current time, not to mention the Z06 had 6 years, almost 7 to make those kinds of improvements. This will only be a 1 year difference. Not to mention the tires they use are pretty much the best ones available at the moment... If they wanted to make them faster it would have a lot to do with the weight... But having a nice interior and shaving weight is difficult.

[@twztd28]

@TheHm3 Yes it is, so was the ZR1 he runs. He does runs with both of them on DR's to.

[@truittclark]

this guy should narrate all of MT's vids. nice car too, insane grip.

[@PHVNT0ML0RD81]

'vettes are so damn underated, they are badass machines in my mind.

[@danthemanpatrick]

It's truly staggering how far-reaching the benefits of fitting better tyres to a car can be. 60 mph to a dead stop in 94 feet? A dead stop to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds?WOW. Now just imagine that LS7 with a nice set of dual-cam heads on it! A 7.0L 32-valve V-8? What a monster that would be.

[@camirocz]

@TheRandomSanta a dyno tune is like a tune up ,it optimizes your air fuel mixture and calibrates your timing in order to give you maximum performance.add a set of gears and full exhaust before you ruin your engine with nitrous.4.10 gears will make your car wake up big time.

[@don0295]

A Porsche will never sound as good as this corvette

[@oneznzeroz]

Briggs and Stratton doesn't make very loud engines ;)

[@sockerdood11]

Ppl don't realize that, $105k is pretty steep, that extra $20k goes into way more than just tires. You're also paying for different suspension, bigger carbon ceramic brakes, more carbon fiber, the 3ZR package, and one-off special edition insignia. Like the guy said, it's still a fraction of what you would pay for any other competitor

[@CTSVKINGWAGON]

@MeSSwithME3 No, the new lap time run on Pilot Sport Cup tires is 7:19 for the ZR1, 7:22 for the Z06. IMO the Z06 should be increased to 550 hp with better gearing so the ZR1 can be improved too.

[@twztd28]

@TheHm3 Those numbers are a little high I think... However they are revamping the entire interior and trying to keep the same performance, so It's not like raising the prices a bit would be out of the question, I just don't think that a ZR1's price will jump up $20k compared to a fully loaded $131k one right now...

[@iwasadeum]

Always hated Motor Trend's COMPLETE disregard for the amazing handling of the C6Z cars. Always giving credit to the tires, but never the car. The only reviewer who gave proper credit to the Z06 chassis was Tiff Needell. Who would've thunk that an Englishman would be the only journalist to rightfully praise the Corvette's handling characteristics.

[@V8Supercar1]

@usedgoldfish: Thats not always true. The 2012 Z06 did post a slightly faster time on the Nurburgring vs. the 2012 GT-R. The GT-R should win in a straight line 1/4 mile race (mainly because its awd vs. rwd). But going around a track in and out of corners, they will be very close.

[@TimJoseph08031990]

This one is way better than the LF-A, despite the fact the Corvette Z06 and LF-A have the same 0-60 time and almost the same 1/4 mile. But the huge difference is the handling, which the Corvette actually execels. The rims and tires on this Corvette is sticking out of the body of this sportscar.

[@geforce5591]

@DeftonesFan867 The old GT-R wasn't really suitable for everyday driving but the 2012 has a comfort mode and better seats. C-net and Topgear both confirm this.

[@DEMediaDrive]

This is the Corvette I want! Awesome car! Thank you Chevy!

[@bogdan135]

@Rtree115 Not really. I've read a Porsche magazine article where they compared zr1 and gt2, and everyone, including professional race drivers, were impressed with zr1 chassis, even though it had shittier tires than gt2. Tire SIZE is really helpful here w/grip as does near perfect weight distribution and VERY LIGHT WEIGHT, plus the magnetic dampers (developed by GM, used by Ferrari now) work really well when tuned properly. Modern sports cars are pigs, and Zo6 is one of the lightest at 3100lbs.

[@itchytasty100]

@rapinNtapin you have that all wrong the $64,000 Grandsport is the base model while the ZR1 is the top of the line model

[@twztd28]

@666demonknight666 They only make the Z06 and ZR1 in 6-speed manuals, because they are supposed to give you the full on track experience, and anyone that's serious about driving, which I would assume they are if they are buying one of those, then they will want a manual. The Grandsport and base C6 both come in manual and automatic.

[@MrCodPiece]

@Atheismrulez yes but those are a generation newer than the F1s it came with in 05', they're a huge step up

[@kageryu311]

@HPSLUT500 I was just replying to a comment where someone said the 2012 Z06 is basically an older base model Z06 with tires. My comment hinted towards the 2012 Z06 centennial edition having similar suspension to a ZR1 with the LS7 powerplant.

[@geforce5591]

@Fastback91 iirc, there's something called topgear british edition.

[@kageryu311]

@Truthalive7 I don't think you are fully understanding me here. The ZR1 has a superior brake and suspension package over the Z06. The Z06 with just the LS9 and the base Z06 suspension is not a ZR1. Do you see what I mean?

[@cagriffin101]

@KoukiMS6 I'm looking at Nissan's website now and I clearly see $89,950. However, through dealerships you can find them at around 86 grand. Chevy's website does say $74,375. But in dealerships they can run as low as $67,250. I'd be happy to send you the links. From the factory, in base form, they are actually pretty equal in performance (mainly due to the weight difference). I've never really liked the looks of 911's.

[@MrCodPiece]

@krirks The same reason no one ever compared the older Z06's to older GTRs using the same dunlops. They're testing how the cars perform off the assembly line. And really, the Z06 only for 2011 and now 2012 got the tires it deserved since 2005, while the GTR has had a choice of great tires since it's launch, so fair is fair.

[@NoloPasoro01]

0:16 you can see the back of the car rocking to the right when revving.... OMG!!!!

[@Doughbodyboy]

its not just the tire. he said this one has a chasis upgrade as well. that has a lot to do with handling.

[@adelsaeed4696]

i'm not sure about that because each driver is different and their was also another driver who drove the zr1 and got a lap time of 7:38, so in the end I think it is the driver who could make the difference

[@TheHm3]

@NegativeNumbers427 They'll never give it up. Zo6 is a bridge connecting the Z51 Corvette and Zr1 Corvette. The 2012 Zo6 Carbon gives a serious run for the Zr1's money around a track, costing $5,000 less and having 133 horsepower less. The 2012 Zo6 Carbon did 7:22.6 around Nurburgring, while the Zr1 did only 3 seconds faster at a time of 7:19.6. Still though, the 2012 Zr1 becomes the fastest FR car on Nurburgring, and the 2012 Zo6 Carbon becomes the 3rd fastest FR car.

[@Marc99GT]

@3XICS go read the reviews about the GTR especially the pros and cons section and almost all of them mention a CON as being rough ride. This is about the 2011 ZO6. From the April 2011 Best and Worst 2011 Cars Issue "check" and was recommended by Consumer Reports Staff Received the highest rating (up from last year) on surveyed predicted reliability. Listed at the top of the quickest list (in other news water is still wet)

[@twztd28]

@FraAngelico729 I think the only place it really does make a difference is when you are buying family vehicles, something you would drive year round in the snow. Not any kind sports car or super car. (Excluding the Veyron) Which I wouldn't drive year round anyway.

[@tven99]

at last a good review from motor trend

[@bogdan135]

@rforracing Porsche uses the same tires on GT3, GT3 RS, GT2 and GT2 RS. (Different sizes of course)

[@MrCodPiece]

@KoukiMS6 Don't let the displacement fool you, the engine is in fact new, it's not a 30 year old mill. You imply the streering wheel is lazy and/or cheap because it's shared with lesser cars, but since the wheel trickled down that doesn't make any damn sense. The wheel was designed for the corvette and then applied elsewhere, how's that lazy? Ever seen the wheel of a 911 without the sport chrono pack? It's the same layout minus the controls. No ones ever complained about the ergonomics of it.

[@3XICS]

@BensonBMD I'm sorry but you are wrong. The GT-R rides better then the Z06/ZR1, it's much more comfortable, better built, it's probably a little bit slower but that's only because of those hardly legal tyres (which only work in perfect track/road conditions), by the way the reason it was faster around the Nurburgring is because the GT-R's lap was in semi-wet conditions. And would you pay $105.000 dollars for a Corvette ? Why ? No quality, no comfort just track performance.

[@bliglum]

Sorry, I think you're the one missing the point... Because it's one person's test, the fact that he drove both cars makes my point even more relevant. It's like, if a scientist conducted an experiment and came to a controversial conclusion.. Other scientists would then come in and conduct the same experiment in order to concur on said conclusion, this gives it more credibility.

[@madtownmadman]

@blazzing4321 Actually, I think it was like 10.74. That may have been with drag radials, but it seems like he's broken into the 10's on stock tires as well.

[@honda12345678]

@TheRandomSanta If you don't know what a dynomometer does then you probably shouldnt run nitrous in your car. Dyno's are used for power and torque numbers put out at the tires. They can also hook up a computer measure air/fuel/ ratio's to make sure your motor is not running rich or lean with the nitrous. Your stock c5 is not set up properly to run nitrous and you'll end up burnings your valves.

[@wkjeepguy24]

@flamebowi actually it does for going around a track. not your straight line

[@twztd28]

@TheHm3 The point is that if they had any radical new technology it would be on the Vette's already, especially if they started in 07. The car is being released 3rd quarter of 2012 and It will most likely be at the IDAS (which I will be attending with a hopeful heart). However, I don't think you understand the mechanics that go into shaving 7 whole seconds off a lap time. Especially at the ring. I think Mero is actually capable of going faster then 7:19.63 if he 3 or more runs with the ZR1.

[@Dz493]

@arashn89 there is also a difference between single cam push rod to a quad cam overhead

[@zeppelin27901]

@RiceKiller191 I agree, but with the racing heritage Corvette has, it needs to be able to compete with the GT-R

[@bogdan135]

@Brianiare Big and heavy? Z06 is one of the lightest cars in the class, and has very good weight distribution. I bet it's engine is lighter and more compact than Porsche flat-6, Ferrari v-8, Audi v-8 and v-10 and such. Because there's no overhead cams, it's possible to make it smaller and lighter physically than a 4L BMW v-8 engine for example. And it eats less fuel than M3.

[@twztd28]

@TheHm3 They were probably testing different aerodynamic variables... Its cheaper to use clay then forge an entire side panel or fender for something that may not even work. They could have just been checking airflow of a certain part of the car, as compared to the car as a whole. If the car has been worked on since 07' they better have a working drive-able model out by now...

[@CJAEY]

@blazzing4321 The Corvettes have R compound tires and the GTR doesn't. If you knew what semi-slicks felt like when compared to all season tires. The difference is huge.

[@RiceKiller191]

@HPSLUT500 True, but the GTR also ran the Ring wet. The tires that come with the Z07 package are some of the best, if not the best, track tires you can buy and really help it pull some good track times. The GTR ran all the tests on Eagle F1's I believe, which are far from comparable to the Cups on the Z. I'm sure with the same Cup tires the GTR would beat or match the Z06 around the ring and Laguna, but the Z will still pull more G's. Both have pro's and cons, and both are astonishing cars.

[@marem19]

@rforracing those aren't racing slicks they are still street tires

[@Bruhwhatthehellbruh]

@devilmagic i havent driven one myself but i imagine it handles amazingly. they took their time with it to design it.

[@camirocz]

@flauretta how is it an overall better performer????they changed the tires and thats it the 06 ,07 were catually faster in accleration.

[@barefootlumberjack]

@kageryu311 Yes, I understand that, but for you to say this is a ZR1 but without the ZR1 motor is just ridiculous, because that is the key feature of the ZR1. You are missing MY point, that if you were in the market for a Z06, which I am, it would make tons more sense to buy an 06 and put these new michelins on it, than to spend 20k more than that on a brand new one. There has been almost no change in 5 years.

[@D_Morgan]

@xabipp YES. 11.9 is a piss poor time for a ZO6. Either weather conditions were horrible or someone wasn't a very good driver.

[@MrCodPiece]

@KoukiMS6 Hardly. Yeah the V's interior is better but your argument was that the Vette's interior didn't have any thought put into it. But Alcantara is just a covering requiring no more effort than straight leather, which this review car is covered in. If my defense lacks depth yours is just null on most fronts. Hell you pointed out the floor like it was just wood like a skateboard instead of the balsa-carbon fiber sandwich it really is. And I even gave you the seats as a given.

[@Texan972]

@studiojack you don't know much about tires. Tires are one the most important factors in acceleration, cornering and braking. Do note that other manufacturers use the pilot sport cup tires and they do make a hell of a difference.

[@RiceKiller191]

@iMdMR You would also have a slower, worse handling, worse braking, heavier, F/I car, as opposed to a Z06. Which is much much much more fun.

[@kageryu311]

@Truthalive7 The only thing is you would need better brakes and suspension to match the performance of the Z06 in this vid with an 06 Z06.

[@twztd28]

@usedgoldfish They didn't get one lap... Nissan tests extensively at the Ring. When they went for a record run at the Ring just happened to be that day, when it was "damp". Don't say the track was wet, you could see the patches where it was a little moist. Its not like there was a torrential downpour and puddles everywhere. It's expensive to move that much equipment and people halfway across the world...

[@KoukiMS6]

@nithPS2 I highly doub t handling will be any better. The Z07 package adds all the suspension hardware of the ZR1, so the only real difference will be the engine.

[@cagriffin101]

@TheHm3 That's interesting. I'm not against AWD as long as it is waaaay RWD bias. So, around 30/70 or maybe even 20/80. Because of the market and other cars that GM already makes (CTS,CTS-V, Camaro) the lower costing C7 will still have to be a performer in other aspects than straight line. Mainly due to how much it costs. Honestly, I'm more interested in the Z06 than Zr1. It seems more of a drivers car, more manageable. You have to be a pro to get the most out of a Zr1.

[@MultiGogurt]

@woohoo800 it doesn't handle better because it ran a second slower on the figure 8 and its braking was 4 feet longer. the only big difference was 0-60 and that was only .7 seconds off. and by technological upgrades you mean the plastic hood scoop that says supercharger right?