- Engine Specs: Equipped with a 5.5-liter twin-turbo V-8 engine.
- Horsepower: Over 1,000 hp in stock form, surpassing the previous model by over 300 hp.
- Speed: Capable of reaching up to 205 mph.
- Aero Package: Enhances performance with speeds up to 233 mph and 1,200 pounds of downforce.
- Price: Starting at $174,995—remarkably affordable for such performance.
The ZR1 shattered race records across the country, driven by GM's finest:
- Watkins Glen: Bill Wise recorded a 1:52.7 lap time.
- Road America: Brian Wallace clocked in at 2:08.6.
- Road Atlanta: Chris Barber achieved a 1:22.8.
- Virginia International Raceway (VIR):
- Full Course: A 1:47.7 lap by Aaron Link.
- Grand Course: Link also set a 2:32.3 record.
While the ZR1 continues to make its mark domestically, it has also been testing at Germany's Nürburgring, a global benchmark for performance. Although Chevy hasn't released these results, anticipation builds against Ford's Mustang GTD challenge.
Summary: The Corvette ZR1 has claimed the throne of America's racetracks with its breathtaking power and performance. Priced at a premium, yet competitive, it holds its ground as an American supercar phenomenon.
