Is the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 a BETTER super car than a 2024 C8 E-Ray?

The C8 Corvette Z06 takes performance to a new level from Chevy. On the outside you will notice a wider body, forged wheels and carbon ceramic brakes. On the inside you will be greeted by a 3LZ interior with GT2 seats. Powering the Z06 is a 5.5L V8 mated to a Tremec DCT. Is the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 a BETTER super car than a 2024 C8 E-Ray?
**Please click the link to get your Raiti's Rides Merch!
shop.spreadshirt.com/raitisri...
videography: Steven Flood 🎥

[@Stanley112803]

I love them both, however I would go for the Z-06. I love that sound.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for your vote

[@MercOne]

I agree completely.

[@deweyford7869]

I would have loved to have driven an E-Ray but I bought a Z06 and I absolutely love it the sound of this car, the feel of this car is amazing.

[@Grumpyskater]

Only reason I want the Eray is for the AWD. That launch is nice but then the Z06 is just… ugh…. 😂 it’s my dream car. When the time comes I definitely have to drive both to know. Either way I don’t think I can go wrong with either imo

[@everjeff]

Great video Joe! We just picked up our 2024 Accelerate Yellow Z06 HTC from the National Corvette Museum two weeks ago. Just hit the 500 break in miles today! LT6 is the sound of FREEDOM!

[@mickeybrumfield764]

I think I've got to go with this Z-06 over the E-Ray. I like the way the Z-06's engine revs and you make this car look like unbeatable driving fun.

[@32jungool]

I saw my boss pull up in a brand new Corvette. I said "wow that's a really nice car, boss!" He told me "thanks, and just remember you keep working hard every day and I'll be able to buy a second one!"

[@jimmybootz1277]

Boss is quite the funny sociopath isn't he?😐..........😂😂😂

[@nevadapatrick]

Raiti setting a new record for “On Throttles”. Gotta love it.

[@mrr8682]

he truly let's us know what WE want to know!!! more exciting that Sofyon and his husband..

[@mattshungry1]

I’m a ford guy and I have to say this car looks awesome! Especially with a drop top!

[@somejackball]

Nothing wrong with an extra 3 inches! 😁

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it

[@german80]

Giggity

[@TooManyChoices1]

Das gay 😅

[@c8z06vitoria]

Love this C8 Z06, sold my Porsche 911 to buy one.

[@RaitisRides]

Oh wow! That is huge!

[@ricodog3652]

You will regret that big time. Vette is faster but it ends there. I’ve had both.

[@user-rn1xk7ip9x]

@@ricodog3652 I would like to know what you mean brother. I really like both so I would like to hear your take.

[@ricodog3652]

@@user-rn1xk7ip9x you want break neck straight line acceleration the vette is your car. But it felt cumbersome in corners. It also rattled and creaked. The interior fit and finish wasn’t the best. I just prefer the driving experience of the 911. It’s more complete. I could use the Porsche as a daily driver and not feel like I got beat up after a long commute. At these prices you should get what you like. Both cool cars.

[@intricategod]

​@@user-rn1xk7ip9xsomeone just talking lol. Faster car and imo looks better. I absolutely love my Z06! Oh, maintenence cost is cheaper.

[@HollywoodStan]

At 16:25 when u drive off and then come back …looks and sounds AMAZING. Love it !!!

[@alexismerced2981]

Out of my budget but I like this Corvette, thanks for sharing this awesome Corvette

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very welcome

[@C.C._TJ_Jason]

Out of my budget too, which is why I like following Pratt Miller’s Corvette Z06 racing team. Just saw them in Daytona and it was awesome. Their yellow livery is perfect for that Z06 body. And they’re super competitive too.

[@brandonehansen]

That classic focused serious face during on throttle. Something that cars can do to us!

[@RaitisRides]

You are so very right!

[@deweyford7869]

I would have loved to have driven an E-Ray but I bought a Z06 and I absolutely love it the sound of this car, the feel of this car is amazing.

[@02337755]

LOL “ You’re not drinking ANYTHING in my Z06”.

[@OneAndOnlyKJx]

Im heading to my dealer tomorrow to see my orange 2024 3lz. I'm absolutely hyped! It's such great timing on the video release.

[@jaybanchero]

Wow... You just can't beat that sound! It's epic! I'd much prefer the E-Ray practicality... But, I'd still go for the Z-06. The center exhaust and the sound. Some American manufacturing whoopass we've been hoping for forever.

[@davidwolf226]

Joe, you bring up a valid zonk with that putrid lime/yellow break caliper option. With that beautiful red exterior color, I'd prefer matching red brake calipers. I'd also prefer the AWD ERay Stingray, not that I don't love this Z06, because I do. The wheels are great as are the Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Joe, I'm sure you are all aware of the Mecum auction taking place in Kissimmee for the past 10 days. It would be well worth your time to take in all of the absolutely magnificent automobile art that they are offering, not the least of which includes many dozens of Corvettes from 1953 - 2023. Amazing.

[@FLEXjs]

At the risk of repeating myself, you have the best job ever.

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that and letting me share it with you

[@Cgee3]

He puts in the work. Most people don’t have the hustle that he and Lori possess.

[@kingjustice1831]

Magnificent! As Joe says “On Throttle!”

[@RaitisRides]

You better believe it!

[@michaelsheedy]

A new ZO6 came into the parking lot I was parked in, and he was revving it up, and that is an impressive sounding V8 with the flat plane crank. And yes, the ZO6 is better looking and more menacing than the standard C8nwhich I don't care for.

[@TheJuice401]

was it red lol

[@darrenbuttery3527]

I loved the eargasm comment, LOL. That is one sexy looking and sounding car for sure. Two things I just can't get over. 19 MPG highway and no manual transmission on a Z06. It's gotta be a manual for a corvette, but that's just me.

[@jimmybootz1277]

I've always heard how good the automatic system is in most all of the vettes

[@DavidMoreno-rd4rw]

Beautiful beast that color is heavenly sweet

[@RaitisRides]

I’m so glad that I can share it with you

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

Love the yellow calipers! Red calipers are so passé.

[@emilygenerallee9071]

Raiti's Rides will always be my favorite auto channel, and also other auto channels as well. 🏎️🚗🚙🛻

[@RaitisRides]

That means so much to me! Thank you!

[@SuntoryPop927]

173k for this car has kinda ruined it for the traditional historical vette buyer IMO. Awesome car that sounds even better than it looks. Great review.

[@mtiradomd]

I picked the Z06 for me it was the LT6 the symphony from engine bay is awe inspiring! Keep up the good work luv the reviews

[@michaelsheedy]

Kudos to GM for creating a super car ZO6 for a non super car price unlike Ferrari and other exotics.

[@nishali3343]

Rumour is GM will introduce the ZR1 (Z06 + 2 Twin Turbo) for 2025

[@ZeerXX]

They are going for over 200k CAD here in Canada.... mark ups everywhere.

[@michaelsheedy]

At the Kissimmee Mecum Auto auctions last week, the high bid was $170,000 on a brand new red C8 ZO6. Can't remember if reserve was or whether there was no reserve. But bidding stopped at $170,000.

[@user-my4xu4gf1z]

U act like engine and performance is the only thing that makes a ferrari or porsche expensive. They are luxury sports cars. Unlike a Chevy corvette or dodge hellcat. The fit and finish and materials used are way higher grade

[@michaelsheedy]

@@user-my4xu4gf1z A Ford GT is hand built with carbon fiber tub in very limited quantities unlike a mass produced Corvette. Ferrari doesn't make many vehicles in its small factory either. Ditto for McLaren and other super car companies. Those who have big bucks can buy the hand built carbon fiber super cars that often cost a million or more. However, a Z06 costs 80% less and is just as fast.

[@ChairmanIlyaas]

What a beautiful car, could see myself driving it in the future.

[@LuisUrbieta]

Apostle Joe Raiti, I love this C8 Corvette Z06 I think this is the Apostle to the Super Cars. I'm digging the Neon yellow Calipers I love how it looks.

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee Yes

[@RaitisRides]

You are the best Luis

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@RaitisRides Heck yeah viva the Z06 Corvette!

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee You know what y'all? This is a dandy of a car!

[@LuisUrbieta]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee Yup it is!!!!!

[@downdemon2378]

Intoxicating sound!

[@leea4624]

Joe, your face at 26:54 just screamed “I’m absolutely loving this car, but I need to be somewhat serious because of its speed!” 😂

[@thefudfarm]

Thanks for the review. I went to St. Pete today and bought this exact car you test drove. The z06 just feels more special knowing you test drove it!

[@bestxboxclips4331]

Hi Raiti - Thank you for the amazing content!!!

[@spearfish25]

Sssshhhhh when you’re driving. ‘On throttle! Woohooo!’ is not what we want to be listening to.

[@TerryDean-jp6kz]

My wife went for the ZO6 (2024) and I saw her smile the entire it took to get back from Bowling Green KY. Happy Birthday, baby!

[@Jack.Smith80]

Joe, love the engine screaming . oh my god .kinda Masterpiece.

[@fabb7papa496]

It looks beautiful the problem is if I’m going to pay close to $200K I rather purchase Italian or German super car vs ZO6

[@XxXxXBig]

Buy used. These will depreciate big as the market continues to adjust back down. Also more versions. More downward pressure on prices

[@Nick-qi8de]

Wow! The exhaust sounds great.

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I dig the sound! It sounds like the Mach 5! Go, Speed Racer!

[@RaitisRides]

That is a good way to go!

[@Mikesfishing]

Great informative video as always

[@RaitisRides]

That means so much

[@2016sickvette]

Awesome video as always love the vet videos !!! passion shows in your face. Keep up the good work.

[@filipbieniek9323]

Z06 in my opinion needs the big wing on the back, but as usual great review Joe keep it strong :D

[@RaitisRides]

You can always add one

[@rgawt1870]

I don't like how it looks with the big wing either. I'm hoping to own one in the near future

[@daviousking3828]

Great review Joe . Z06 all DAY

[@killawhipz]

I hope the price for these will eventually drop, the mark up for me can't be justified when I can get a Euro super car for almost the same price.

[@BB-eb8lq]

Thank you for your review it was fantastic, thanks!

[@McLeanGary]

Gotta have the Z06, just an amazing engine. Thanks for the great recap Team Raiti!

[@goochigoochs3836]

For me the E-Ray. For a guy approaching the big five-0h, the E-Ray is the GT car, and you can make fun of practically everyone at a stop sign😎A new muffler upgrade will fix the sound.

[@user-fr7zd6gx4i]

This was a great overview! Thanks so much.😅

[@G-Rated]

Bruh, it sounds like you’ve added the sound effects in - it literally sounds that good. 😂 🤯

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Amazing review Joe.

[@davidgroll-cook7125]

The sound of that flat-plane V8, wins. Oh to win the lottery

[@barrydraper]

You're right, the C8 Z06 is truly a supercar. It's also my preference over anything with "E" in the name. They did copy many of the Ferrari elements in it's design, especially the new LT6 engine. What's not to like! 😎👍🏁

[@mikejames-drummerreginacan1386]

Z06........beautiful car. "see the USA in your Chevrolet", everybody sing.......thanks Joe. PS: I agree, I would have chosen black or red calipers.

[@gordydexter2615]

Great video Joe, the Z06 is awesome. Just a bit leery of the motor not lasting due to being a 5.5.L Flat-Plane Crank engine. I have 4 friends that blew their Ford GT-350 engines and the vet is even bigger from 5.2L to 5.5L. Hey Joe, why is the price so high? Is that an ADM price? You can build the Z06 HTC ZL3 options with carbon brakes, without the Z07 package, for $140 on the website. Thanks again Joe! You cannot beat the sound of the engine!!!! Cheers Brother‼️👍👊🇺🇸

[@NightTrainRides]

The Lt6 is built from the ground up to be a fpc engine. Ford just took an existing engine and added the fpc.

[@13tony31]

COACH JOEY ~ I dig it, I'm slobbering over here, drool everywhere haha. thanks buddy - tony

[@RaitisRides]

Trust me I had some drool going on as well

[@MisterMikeTexas]

I'll bet our (Dallas, Texas) homeboy Car Pro Jerry Reynolds would love to get behind the wheel of this, if he hasn't already.

[@RaitisRides]

You are so right about that

[@terryrutherford2114]

Love my C7 Z06, but that sounds awesome!. Thanks Joe!

[@GG-hi7ei]

The flat plane is nice, but no comparison for me. AWD and low end torque is where it's at. They both sound great. AWD helps immensely in many situations, including the track. I even like the e-ray looks better. Solid color works better for this body IMO. And amazingly, it even costs significantly less! I can drive the e-ray on a joy ride getaway for days, and not worry about getting stuck in bad weather in the mountains. No brainer choice. The only negative is the reduced reliability because of the complexity. But the major e-components (motor and battery) should be very reliable. Sure you'll probably want to replace the battery in 10 years or so to stay at good performance levels (I think it has an 8 yr warranty), but by then there will be a much better battery to replace it with.

[@MegaRetr]

Another great experience Joe!

[@amill1563]

I've seen an aftermarket company that has a product for C8 HTC's to stop wind buffeting. It attaches to the top of the windshield inside.

[@RaitisRides]

That’s great to know

[@maddie55689]

Luv it! Many thanks ❤❤️

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

I hopefully someday, I can buy this Corvette.

[@RaitisRides]

Fingers crossed 🤞

[@RaitisRides]

@@Brian_Eugene_Leehuh?

[@omarcortes5754]

I wouldn't buy one for me but for the right price this is a great car.

[@RaitisRides]

I think that is a good way to go Omar

[@g.tucker8682]

Are there any projections about when/if there will be an E-ray with the LT6 drivetrain? Will that be the ZR1?

[@justinlanglais9825]

Agree totally with your statement on the brake caliper color.....

[@michaelsheedy]

Overhead cam engines like this and Mustang V8 don't have a lot of low rpm pull, but sure do as you get up the rpm range all the way to high rpm. My Boxster Flat 6 really liked to pull hard in upper rpm range unlike a Fox body 5.0 that ran out of breath above 4,500 rpm.

[@kknelz856]

I have 128 miles on my 2 day old Torch Red 3LZ HTC. It's incredible.

[@aliali-ce3yf]

$173K? doesn't that defeat the purpose of the Corvette ?

[@Azzen234]

Yes... Corvette is no longer Corvette anymore unfortunately.

[@the-ironclad]

That’s the top of the line C8 ZO6 the highest trim possible. A base C8 is $80k with less horsepower

[@1stPersonStateConsciousness]

That's the gimmick though to have you think "Well it's an affordable super car". That's why Chevy is trying to sell it under that classification so they can get away with an overpriced mid sports car. One of the reasons why I'm not a fan of the Corvette now

[@yungrichnbroke5199]

It’s the fastest car for the money. Always has been.

[@rewardrisk6404]

...inflation

[@Mr.CEO888]

I'll go with the C8 E-Ray.

[@InvestBetter.]

Here are your C7/C8 Z06 times: C8 Z06: 0-60 in 2.6 seconds, 10.6 quarter (670 HP, 460 lb-ft. 190 MPH Top Speed) C7 Z06: 0.60 in 2.95 second, 10.95 quarter (650 HP, 650 lb-ft, Automatic, Top Speed was 205 MPH) C7 Z06: 0-60 in 3.2 seconds, 11.2 quarter (650 HP, 7-speed Manual, 3523 lbs, also is my car)

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks fir this great information

[@InvestBetter.]

@@Brian_Eugene_Lee The generation comes first, then the car name, then the trim. Hopefully, you have learned your lesson. Or not.

[@scottbarker9058]

thanks..toyota ryder!!!!@@Brian_Eugene_Lee

[@user-dx4zx1fw3u]

Love it! Joe when is your next live Q&A? Great Sport Car I hope this douse not get discontinued!

[@UALHVY]

My Z06 is getting built THIS week. Torch Red, 3 LZ two tone red/black interior w/ stealth package. Graphite spider wheels. Can't wait!

[@Dsmpunk59]

Nothing compares to the look on Joe’s face than when he smashed through that same street in the Cayman GT4 RS

[@harrydaniels9436]

awesome car, joe,,,,can't imagine,,,great video too

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks Harry for letting me bring it to you

[@tonyantoine5823]

Another great experience Joe! You are never not funny and fun to ride with. Be safe out there!

[@chrisgelo1425]

I know Raiti is probably excited for the 2025 Corvette Zr1 and Zora.

[@RaitisRides]

You can take that to the bank for sure!

[@olivierdevries01]

Joe - I heard a few people say that the suspension on the Z06 was a little too stiff for it to be a daily driver. Do you agree?? 🤔

[@RaitisRides]

Not at all

[@PreciseApex]

Eargasm, I wonder if VA will allow that license plate? My February 2024 build 3LZ Riptide Blue will get the Eventuri intake system to increase mid-range torque deficiency and the CC brakes. Three year wait for this machine, but the C8 has made the wait worthwhile. Nice video, thanks

[@maromyers964]

He basically sold me the E-Ray when he said melts your eye sockets.. Yes, that's what I need 😳

[@dejonbuick6070]

I am going e-ray all the way, because of the all wheel drive.!!!.

[@RaitisRides]

Nothing wrong with that

[@illiyakuryakin3092]

@@RaitisRidesExcept under 50 degrees the Eray has issues.

[@adamnarbeaux5898]

Hey Joe, this was a great in depth review of the z06. But I’m choosing to wait 2 years for an Eray! Especially up north. We need that AWD!

[@RhythmBoy]

What I love about corvettes is that they are actual supercars but with an "affordable" price sticker, and you can find their parts at the local Auto Zone and are affordable too. If you break something in your flimsy lamborghini you're going to pay literally and figuratively

[@errolchouest895]

For me the E-Ray is a better choice because of the unpredictable weather Louisiana has.

[@egonpax]

IMHO, it depends on what one wants out of their Vette. If someone wants a slightly, unruly track monster with the beautiful noises of that 5.5L FPC then the Z06 is for them. If someone wants a 4 season AWD, all rounder, easier road tripper then the E-Ray is where they should look. It's like a 911 GT3 vs a 911 Turbo. Both wonderful cars, but for different purposes. I personally keep going back and forth myself but know that the E-Ray fits my needs/wants better. An electrified, AWD version WITH the 5.5L FPC would be where I want to put my money.

[@RaitisRides]

This is so very true

[@scottbarker9058]

lotsss.more-2 go wrong!!!!!...HILLARIOUS...

[@dvmn1]

I want both 🙈 hopefully I’ll do well enough to be able to try both for an extended period of time and choose which I want to keep. Hope you’re doing well dude 👍

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for saying that! I’m doing good and I hope you are.

[@rhatala27]

Yes. Without a doubt.

[@IAmUnstoppable-hr7nd]

Thank you for helping me decide what to purchase. ❤

[@justwingingit1]

I need to hear a ZO6 in person. Multiple videos praise its sound but base V-8 rumble pulls at my heart strings…for now.😁 Having said that,I like the AWD/easier to consistently launch than a ZO6 especially in any kind of weather. I also like that with an E-Ray I have the option to bolt on a Lingenfelter supercharger if I choose to. Even though I reside in So Cal with it’s year round sunshine,I like having a grand tourer that can shrug off most changes in weather while exploring the US…which is my retirement plan!😁👍

[@MnuSoldier]

Well I’m not an EV C8 fan so I’d say the z06 is the way to go and I wonder when the zr1 will come out or if it ever will??

[@RaitisRides]

Og it is coming. The E-Ray is a performance hybrid and not an EV

[@SiriasisOFFICIAL]

Same here. Don't want any EV element on V8 sportscars.

[@egonpax]

A ZR1 model is rumored to be announced some time this year! It has been spied testing at the Nurburgring

[@TonyPajamas24]

@@Brian_Eugene_LeeI think he’s referring to the ZR1 going for $350k. Not the base model

[@egonpax]

The 350k figure is probably because of dealer markups. There were Z06s with 100k markups putting them at 275k or whatever. However, Z06s can be found from MSRP to about $10k over (the Z07 packages) right now with some searching. The ZR1 will probably go through something similar

[@tonywahab3523]

Great video and would love to own one of these someday soon!

[@TheTmat007]

I'd go with the Z06 anyday. That sound! If the Eray was capable of doing 50 miles on its battery, then I would probably have chosen it.

[@mattmanley7118]

Both are remarkable!

[@user-wd8pe1qf8u]

This is nice!

[@RaitisRides]

I am so glad that you think so.

[@PhatNguyen-jg8wz]

Very Impressive, 8.4MPG with a 120 Mile range on 80% fuel tank. Someone was definitely having fun in their new C8 Z06...

[@RaitisRides]

You know it!

[@mydreaminorbit9297]

I don't like green calipers, I do love the proportions, the color, wheels, body lines and sound.

[@Larry-lo7nf]

If you live in or near St Pete, definitely do not need the 4 wheel drive. That car is awesome!

[@Chitown388]

A ton of value for your money for that supercar! It has a ton of horsepower that won't be used by 99% of Corvette owners for 99% of the time. I wish GM would make a lighter, smaller "Vette" with a high strung engine that you can wring out on the street.

[@noelbgood8845]

Absolutely

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for sharing your vote.

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

Joe where's the caption I'm hard of hearing .. lolbvs .. love the look of the c8.. some wud say poor man's exotic super car I wud say smart man's exotic super car... Just cause u got it don't mean u have to flaunt it

[@RaitisRides]

Thanks for letting me share it with you. I have no idea what happened with the captions.

[@dukewaldsmith2132]

​@@RaitisRides look at my thumbnail me and my 2013 Maserati.. only issues was paying big money for insurance n oil changes.. that exhaust rumble was out this world.. dont have it any more but I still have the name Maserati Duke feeling this c8 maybe even a c7. the Panamera always been my favorite but $$$

[@jerryalabama254]

I have a 23 Z07 and love it no E-ray for me

[@JohnJohn-lt7mu]

Hey Joe, does the lack of low end torque feel like the gt350 or is it different?

[@bgrant48234]

Yeah, the AWD experience is pretty cool. But that center exhaust and that custom door design is pretty cool too. I'm not sure about the weird sideview mirror part. But it might be a tie, that center exhaust part would have me sold on this one though.😕🙂🤓🤠😎😏👍✌️👋👏💪🌾🍀🌿🍃🇺🇸