How Much FASTER is Launch Control on The C8 Corvette?

[@JohnnyB215]

I just broke the 500 mile mark on my 23 C8 and I installed an attack blue air filter today and did my first launch.....these videos don't do it justice the car is savage fast when you launch it. It was a unbelievable experience

[@michaelwoods3850]

It's only fast on takeoff

[@BigOsTaco]

@michael…I read it’s top speed was 194 mph how is that not fast?

[@MichaelBrown1776]

This Hass to be one of the greatest how to videos I’ve ever seen. He was succinct he showed us the numbers went to the various settings and showed us at all and then came up with a beautiful enough and perfect summary so somebody should be paying him to put these videos together because he’s very very good.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thank you!

[@enochjosiah6287]

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[@S10_Operator]

@@enochjosiah6287 thats quite random

[@derekizzi9464]

Thank you so much for posting this. I just joined the Corvette family and loved this comparison. I had the questions in my head as to how much of a difference launch made and you put out the data. Awesome!

[@jongagliardi1970]

Your videos are always so informative...keep up the great work!!

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thank you! I really appreciate that 👍🏻

[@rod3134]

I second all his data. My C8 Z51 consistently hits 60 under the 3 second mark. It will also continue to rocket much faster if pressed. Lastly, the 30mpg is outstanding when cruising the highway 😊

[@gorrdd]

Thanks... that's the best review I have seen on the various modes. I didn't realize there were that make options and combinations available or that there were two different timer options. It's like... hardly anyone reads their manual anymore.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks 👍🏻 Glad you found the video helpful.

[@gorrdd]

@@CarsCostsandTechnology I'll be watching more of your videos for sure.👌

[@davidgrisez]

It sure looks like launch control is a great feature for drag strip racing. However for other uses it would be sufficiently good to floor the gas pedal.

[@richieb74]

man you answered my questions with this video thats for sure

[@doughooks7411]

Very consistent!

[@phillippinoFLASH]

Really stepped up production value in this vid!

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks!

[@petercarey6883]

As usual, well done! Save the Wave🙋🏼‍♂️

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thank you 👍🏻

[@SupercarDriven]

Fast vs fast 🤔 ....I love my 2020 Corvette stingray spider with 3LT Z-51 package 🔥 content coming to our channel with this car build

[@thegooddoctor6719]

Awesome content Dude !!!!!!!! Thanks....

[@a.m3687]

Timer starts after hitting 10 mph. I think inbuilt timer uses 1-foot rollout. 2.8 will be impressive if it didn't used 1-foot rollout.

[@williammora88]

Nah it hit .5 sec at 23mph so it's already counting the moment he starts going foward

[@a.m3687]

@@williammora88 Chevy confirmed it uses rollout (I recently saw in an article).

[@williammora88]

@A.M alot of magazines and even drag strips use that method. They are not the only ones

[@a.m3687]

@@williammora88 Yes I know, but only in USA. Usually American magazines usually overstating the Corvette always (notably Car & Driver), cuz they love prompting their stuff. See European test times, not even close for those claims.

[@mrfuriouser]

​@@a.m3687Nerd.

[@oglordblight]

Thank you for doing this and doing it well

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks for the feedback 👍🏻

[@stevecarr323]

3.9 secs to 60 is good enough for me. Washington State Police approve of this post, LOL

[@MrT-nh6di]

Damn talk about smiles per mile, for 60k-70k this car is a beast. 2.95 seconds 0-60 is nothing to sneeze at. Extremely fast for everyday driving. 3.7 Seconds with traction control is awesome. You really don't have to worry about losing traction.

[@eduardoriccombeni5384]

Hi, I congratulate you for your video, it is very educational. I have a 2023 C8 Z51. I wanted to ask you if you can use the launch control in Z mode and how it would be step by step. Thanks

[@WFO.]

Excellent videos. Thank you.

[@map_machine1648]

Hi Robert, in a recent video made by ThrottleHouse, the Porsche 911 (not the turbo) beat the Corvette in a straight line sprint. I was shocked because that Porsche is technically slower in 0 to 60 (per their own website) and also has less horse power. I displayed my shock in the comments and was replied to by someone who insisted that Chevy markets lower 0-60 times which are false, and that the internal car timer doesn't measure the true 0 to 60 time. If its not that (which hopefully is false) then what is it - is Porsche under-selling themselves? I'm confused. Also, i'm a big corvette fan and bought a c7 Grand sport after consulting with you via email. You were kind enough to reply. 2 years ago. Thanks

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

That's awesome 👍🏻 I remember our conversation. I saw that video by Throttle House as well. I believe one of two things happened. Either they were not launching the C8 correctly, or it just happened to spin in the one run that they attempted. Chevy, most auto magazines, and other auto manufacturers do adjust their 0-60 times by deducting "rollout" which essentially doesn't start the timer until the car has moved 1 foot I believe. With that being said, the C8 should be faster than that Porsche model with the same testing methods used. Motor Trend and Car and Driver both did their own independent testing on the C8 as well as the Carrera S, and the C8s times were faster to 60 and quarter mile. Check out the links below. I'm really not sure how Throttle House got the results they did, but it seems inaccurate to me. This is a direct quote by Motor Trend. "Much of the credit is due to the quick-shifting eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. Big takeaway: We've yet to test a quicker naturally aspirated, rear-drive production car to 60 mph, price be damned. The C8 did great in the quarter mile, too, covering 1,320 feet in 11.1 seconds at 123.2 mph. That beats the direct competitor Porsche 911 Carrera S by 0.1 second. A win, however, is a win; the Corvette is quicker than the Porsche." Found here: www.motortrend.com/news/chevrolet-corvette-c8-2020-car-of-the-year/ www.google.com/amp/s/www.caranddriver.com/reviews/amp29462701/2020-chevy-corvette-by-the-numbers/ www.caranddriver.com/reviews/a28352278/2020-porsche-911-carrera-s-by-the-numbers/ www.google.com/amp/s/www.motortrend.com/cars/porsche/911/2020/2020-porsche-911-carrera-s-pros-and-cons-review/amp/

[@map_machine1648]

@@CarsCostsandTechnology Thank you Robert for the educated and thought out response. Also, apologies for switching your name with the Stradman's. Just realized and corrected lol.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Haha no worries! Thanks.

[@heavenstomurgatroyd7033]

map_machine - if you base 1 race on what car is quicker or faster then you never have competitively drag raced. There are many variables including driver error. Production based automobiles while very consistently manufactured vary in quality control. Some cars are faster or slower due to tolerances and improvements during the manuf. process. Someone who is experienced at launching a certain type of car will beat you every time.

[@map_machine1648]

@@heavenstomurgatroyd7033 so you're saying that throttle house screwed up?

[@larrynewberry3500]

Nice job and very informative as usual. By chance did the video have the outside temps when you were testing. Hope your enjoying your car. You waited a long time. Thanks for the video.

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thanks! It was around 85 degrees. Pretty hot outside. The car could definitely do even better times with temps in the 60s or 70s.

[@okaythen001]

Hi for Z51 if I do launch control 2,3 times every weekend, should be fine or? (on street and stock tires) I believe for Z51 it's under warranty if you take it to a drag strip, but I still don't want to break it or put too much wear/ tear into it. Wondering if any Z51 had problems doing launches every weekend and if I should cut down since I heard there are other DCT probelms other than doing launches.

[@keeganjacobs5913]

great video - what exactly does C8 have on launch that is better than C7 ?

[@Dartheomus]

One recommendation for your video would have been to include a summary chart. I would at least do that in your description.

[@justwingingit1]

The base C8 Z51 performance makes me question if the Eray is worth the extra money(30-40k depending on options) for that all weather hook up/consistency… The ZO6 widebody looks are still pulling at my heartstrings over the base C8 BUT…that’s the price of another performance car for yes…quicker than ZO6 performance but still…

[@TommySalami73]

What the settings you have on you Launch control? Dry, Sport 1,Sport 2, Race? Trying to compare, also tire air pressure? Thanks

[@humza4848]

Good video, seems like as long as you just use launch control it doesn't really matter what mode you're in. However, how come you didn't test Z-Mode at all?

[@Dukefazon]

What made you a Corvette fan? Did you talk about that in a video already? If yes can you direct me to that?

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

I've shared a little of that story here and there, but never in detail. It's hard to say really. I've just always admired them since I was a little kid. One of the few "real" sports cars I got to see in person where I grew up.

[@ohfacexo]

Just hit 2.6 in my 2021 z51 lt3 while in sport.

[@keeganjacobs5913]

Can’t ever get under 3 seconds on my 2020 c8 z51….. it’s revving to 3500 so I believe I’m doing launch control correct . any tips ?

[@UnLikeU]

W o w.... So no launch control just makes us feel like we are going faster. Wow... 1st video of me seeing the Launch Control vs not. Seems faster without it. I've been wrong.😆🤣😂😁👍👍

[@davidnelson5100]

Hi Great video, a question, if I'm not using launch control and just going from Sport mode, do I hold the brake and stomp the throttle and then let the brake go

[@tonythecargamer5991]

Almost a whole second if difference 😱

[@richardpohl7091]

did you try to launch it on your own without just flooring it??

[@gamingwithdad9537]

Thanks

[@itowmyhome797]

Thank you

[@willdemelo5994]

Great video. Are all these modes available with NON Z51 package?

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Thank you. Some of these modes are only available with Magnetic Ride Control suspension which is only available with Z51 for 2020.

[@marcg1964]

None of the runs used manual paddle shifting? Interesting video.

[@drewsterrett6373]

Computer is much faster🤷‍♂️

[@Tommygunn258]

Computer will always be faster than a human, it makes sense

[@tomwalshmoving8301]

the best ! 10*

[@georgek719]

I would think that tires could make a difference, both pressure and type.

[@johnh1932]

This is very fast for a car capable of 20+ mpg. For my purposes, I think this would be better than a Z06.

[@barrythehatchet1380]

Great Video thanks. Now I wish someone could upload a video showing me how to raise my convertible top with my FOB! Or, some GM lawyer upload a video stating why they blocked that feature...

[@kimberlywentworth9160]

Mine works. Hit unlock then press the the button and hold it. It take a few seconds to respond.

[@barrythehatchet1380]

@@kimberlywentworth9160 BS. Take a video and post it, You will get a 1,000,000 views and yours will be the only on the planet to do sow. The steps you said will lower the top but it will not raise it...

[@tripheath]

Not possible with the stock setup, they say it is a safety feature…… I’m sure someone will figure a way to program that ….

[@splashmaster037]

Does this has that put you in your seat power like the c7 zo6

[@robertchatman7500]

Game changer c8

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

It actually launches harder than a C7 Z06 because of the traction. Not as fast after about 50-60 though because of the horsepower difference.

[@splashmaster037]

Cars, Costs and Technology thanks for the reply plan on getting one soon when available

[@franciscobarragan1360]

I can’t get any lower than 3.1 on mine, most of the times is 3.4 average

[@08turboSS]

60 mph is FAST, and getting there in 2.8 sec is very QUICK. Come on people learn to use correct words.

[@GAHDOOTY]

2.8?!?!?!?!?

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

Yes sir 💪🏼💪🏼

[@kevinbreese5739]

Good video, but I wished you used a Dragy to compare to the onboard timers.

[@MrGarnettmiller]

I need to read my manual

[@TheBsavage]

Thanks for the comparison. I don't think you need to blank your speed over 60 mph, though. Nobody knows what highways these are or their top speeds. Some highways have top speed limits of 80 MPH, and as far as we know these could be closed-course roads.

[@shannonwoodcock1035]

He wasn't in Mexico

[@TheBsavage]

@@shannonwoodcock1035 I suspect you are absolutely correct. Beyond reproach. The scenery doesn't look like any Mexico I've been to, & I've been to a bunch. Not all, but much. Also doesn't look like Costa Rica, Nicaragua, Brazil, Panama, Cuba, or Honduras. It could be any variety of places, but it looks like the South or Midwest US to me. There's huge chunks of real estate in the US that have that 2-lane-highway-cut-through-a-bunch-of-tall-trees look. Could be Georgia. Could be Ohio. Not western Tennessee. Not western Kentucky. Not Nevada, or Arizona, or New Mexico. It looks like no part of Texas or Oklahoma I've been to. Also doesn't look like Wisconsin to me, nor Idaho, nor Utah. Probably not Oregon or Washington or Hawaii. Probably not Alaska or Rhode Island or Vermont or New Hampshire. Could be Connecticut or certain parts of Maine. Not Manhattan. Basically I really don't know where it is, but, like you, I do know some places it isn't.

[@kimberlywentworth9160]

He does not want to get an internet ticket. Ha HA

[@TheBsavage]

@@kimberlywentworth9160 You might be joking today, but with the way our every move is watched, soon you might be right. Don't laugh then. There's no such thing as "too fast" with Internet connectivity.

[@shannonwoodcock1035]

New Corvette accessory: Weighted water bottles - Next time you play with Launch Control, make sure your beverage is not bashing your cell phone while its in the wireless charging holster

[@CarsCostsandTechnology]

😂😂😂

[@dgvette1]

My 2018 GrandSport would only hit 4.0

[@08turboSS]

OP of vid means quick not fast. quick is time, fast is mph.

[@Jesusprayerwarriorbw]

People are saying get vbox or other apps for real 0-60 & staye that C8 reads wheel speed

[@WisdomOverWicked777Rules]

IT'S NOT 2.6 2.7 2.8 OR 2.9 IT'S A PLAIN 3 SECOND CAR

[@davidqtaylor4287]

What's your daily drive, Wisdom? Thanks for the all-caps -- would have missed this critical reply otherwise! :)

[@lasamuelhobson28]

😂​@@davidqtaylor4287

[@08turboSS]

And my water bottle flies backward on medium accel in my buddies old 1990 caddy luxobarge with 180 hp, so no need to be childishly over dramatic here.

[@Maximum1A]

Just like with the C7 the C8 launch control has way too steps in order to use it especially if you plan to use it at a drag strip. The time you get launch control engaged the other guy is long off the starting line! That is reality. Still boggles my mind way it simple isN’t a double tap on say the traction control button which the immediately puts you in launch control.

[@anthonykiedis1765]

What? It's literally a double tap on the traction control button. Takes a single second to activate.

[@Josh-mt8lf]

You need polyurethane engine mounts

[@pontiacGXPfan]

The most boring RWD car I've ever witnessed And this is a Corvette I'm describing, a car I grew up loving and always wanting one of my own

[@pHixiq]

Either dumb or trolling lmao

[@pontiacGXPfan]

@@pHixiq neither...just really disappointed

[@pHixiq]

@@pontiacGXPfan really man ? Tell me why actually I wanna know ?. This car has proven itself to be beyond fantastic in literally every way. I have heard the 2020 coupe isn’t reliable but that’s about it. What don’t you like about it

[@pontiacGXPfan]

@@pHixiq mid-engine and the result of the changeover. No manual(no transmission choices), no more tail-wagging burnouts(unless you push a dedicated button), heavier than a Corvette should be, less aural drama, less driver engagement, derivative styling, gimmicky interior, noticeably less cargo space. Basically everything the FR Corvette did well, this doesn't