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Audi TT-RS vs Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and BMW M6 F13 Coupe [video]

A powerful Audi TT RS Mk.2 Revo Technik Stage 3 is the new star in Unlimited 500+ drag racing series. The compact sports car is powered by a 2.5 liter turbocharged five-cylinder TFSI engine originally delivering 360HP (265 kW) and 465Nm (343 lb-ft). The Revo Technik Stage 3 version is boosted to 530HP (390 kW), which appears to be enough to beat extremely powerful vehicles.

In the first start, the TT RS Revo Technik won versus a Chevrolet Corvette C6 ZR1 V&S / IPS Motorsports with 850HP (625 kW). The Audi crossed the finish line (1 km distance) in 19.255 seconds with 266 km/h, while the Chevy needed 20.961 seconds with 271 km/h. The ¼ mile times are 10.465 seconds with 216 km/h and 12.155 seconds with 211 km/h, respectively.

In the second start, the less powerful Audi was versus BMW M6 F13 Coupe PP-Performance Stage 2+ with 720HP (529 kW). The Audi won again – 19.263 seconds with 265 km/h (1 km) and 10.442 seconds with 213 km/h (1/4 mile), while the BMW finished in 21.397 seconds with 266 km/h (1 km) and 12.404 seconds with 206 km/h (1/4 mile).

It very interesting, that the tuned TT-RS has almost the same power output as the recently unveiled Audi A3 Clubposrt Quattro Concept powered by the same engine, but with 525HP (386 kW) and 600Nm (442 lb-ft) of torque.

Enjoy!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oHJVmp-bZus

Source: Dragtimesinfo

August 25, 2014

Ferrari 599 GTO vs Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 and Nissan GT-R [HD video]

Another great video has been released by Dragtimesinfo. This time the mighty 599 GTO Fiorano meets two tuned beasts – GTR Mk2 Ecutek Stage 2 with 670HP and Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 Lingenfelter with 730HP.

The 599 GTO Fiorano is powered by a naturally aspirated all-aluminum 6.0 liter V12 with 670HP (493 kW) at 8250RPM and 620 Nm (460 lb-ft) of torque at 6500RPM. 0-100 km/h in 3.35 seconds and a top speed of 335 km/h (208 mph). The overall weight is 1 605 kg (3 540 lbs), which is almost 100 kg (220 lbs) less than the standard GTB.

In the first start, the GTO meets the GT-R. The Ferrari is doomed, because of the rainy surface. The GT-R ran ¼ mile in just 11.606 seconds with 210 km/h and crossed the finish line with 300 km/h for just 28.156 seconds.

The battle against the ZR1 was much more interesting, because both cars are RWD. Still, the Corvette manage to beat the 599 crossing the finish line with 309 km/h with time of 29.356 seconds.

Enjoy the video!

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KtVVF601HmE

Source: Dragtimesinfo via Youtube

May 9, 2012

Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 takes place at Indy 500

Chevrolet has announced the 2013 Corvette ZR1, which will take place at the Indianapolis 500. The competition will start Sunday, May 27 at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The race car is designed to celebrate the model’s 60th anniversary and final year of production.

Additional content includes a ZR1-style rear spoiler, special badging, gray-painted brake calipers and the “60th” logo on the wheel center caps, steering wheel and seat headrests. An optional graphics package adds full-length racing stripes in Pearl Silver Blue, including a tonal stripe stitched into the convertible top, extending the graphic theme over the roof.

“Corvette embodies pure performance, so the ZR1 is a perfect car to pace the most prestigious auto race in the world,” commented Jeff Belskus, Indianapolis Motor Speedway Corporation president and chief executive officer.

“Chevrolet is a great partner of the Speedway, and we share in the excitement of the upcoming 60th anniversary of the iconic Corvette brand. It’s even more meaningful to see a Chevrolet pacing the field at Indy since Chevy has returned as an engine supplier for the IZOD IndyCar Series for the first time since 2005.”, he added.

Chevy Corvette ZR1 is powered by a 6.2 liter supercharged V8 with 647HP (476 kW) and 818Nm (604 lb-ft) of torque. It is mated to a 6-speed manual gearbox. 0-100 km/h in 3.4 seconds and a top speed of 330 km/h (205 mph). The overall weight of the car is just 1520 kg (3353 lbs.).

The ZR1 lapped the famed Nurburgring’ Nordschleife (“north loop”) in 7:19.63.

Source: Chevrolet

May 9, 2012

2013 Corvette 427 Convertible – Rare and Commemorating

Chevrolet have announced that a 2013 Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition will make it’s debut on January the 21st and will go on sale this summer. This is big news for we are talking about the first Chevy ever, that can be both a collector and a commemorative edition at the same time Yes, Chevrolet are celebrating their 60th birthday this year and what better way to mark the occasion than producing a convertible, more powerful than the gravity of Jupiter.

Under the hood one can find an LS7, 7.0 liter (427 cubic-inches) engine, rated at 505 horsepower (377 kW) which sends 470 lb.-ft. of torque (637 Nm) trough a compulsory 6-speed manual. The connecting rods in the LS7 are all titanium and so are the intake valves while high-flow cylinder heads and a dry-sump oil pump add to the performance. The 427 is rear-wheel driven just like the Z06, the battery is at the back for better weight distribution and it comes with a Magnetic Selective Ride Control so the suspension is clever too. The front 19-inch and back 20-inch machine-face Cup wheels (ZR1 Black Cup or chromed also available) are fitted with ZR1 Michelin PS2 tires. To save weight, the hood, fenders and floor panels are all made from carbon fiber. That diet has resulted in the Corvette weighing only 3,355 pounds (1,522 kg) which by itself means a power-to-weight ratio of 6.64 – or one horsepower for every 6.64 pounds of vehicle mass. That’s more power than any other convertible can offer including the Ferrari California Convertible, the Audi R8 5.2 RSI Spyder, the Aston Martin DBS Volante Convertible and even the Porsche 911 Turbo S Cabriolet. Predictions suggest a 0 to 60 mph sprint time of just 3.8 second and top speeds exceeding 190 mph.

Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition (2013)

For the commemorative spec on any Chevrolet, one does need to opt for the 60th Anniversary Package which includes a color theme of “Arctic White” on the outside with Blue Diamond leather seats inside and gray-painted brake calipers. Convertibles will also get a blue rooftop. Other enhancements include a ZR1 rear spoiler, a “CFZ” carbon fiber front splitter and rocker panels and branding on various places to let you know you are driving a novelty. If one feels the need to spend even more money a graphics package includes racing stripes that slice trough the whole car while a Build Experience option allows customer participation in the construction process of the vehicle… which, doesn’t make any sense if the customer is as inapt as me when it comes to technology.

Here is a full spec-list of the 427:

Overview

Overview
Model:	Chevrolet Corvette 427 Convertible Collector Edition
Body styles / driveline:	two-door convertible; rear-wheel drive
Construction:	composite body panels, hydroformed steel frame with aluminum and magnesium structural and chassis components
Manufacturing location:	Bowling Green, Ky.

Engines

Engines	7.0L V-8 LS7 (Z06)
Displacement (cu in / cc):	427 / 7008
Bore & stroke (in / mm):	4.125 x 4 / 104.8 x 101.6
Block material:	cast aluminum
Cylinder head material:	cast aluminum
Valvetrain:	overhead valve, two valves per cylinder
Fuel delivery:	SFI (sequential fuel injection)
Compression ratio:	11.0:1
Horsepower (hp / kW @ rpm):	505 / 377 @ 6300*
Torque (lb-ft / Nm @ rpm):	470 / 637 @ 4800*
Recommended fuel:	premium required
Estimated fuel economy (city / hwy):	15 / 24 (no guzzler tax)

Transmission

Transmission	six-speed manual
Application:	std.
Gear ratios (:1):
First:	2.66
Second:	1.78
Third:	1.30
Fourth:	1.00
Fifth:	0.74
Sixth:	0.50
Reverse:	2.90
Final drive ratio:	3.42

Chassis/Suspension

Front:	short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper and lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite leaf spring, monotube shock absorber; Magnetic Selective Ride Control
Rear:	short/long arm (SLA) double wishbone, cast aluminum upper and lower control arms, transverse-mounted composite leaf spring, monotube shock absorber; Magnetic Selective Ride Control
Traction control:	electronic traction control; Active Handling

Brakes

Type:	front and rear power-assisted disc with ABS with six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers, cross-drilled rotors;
Rotor diameter x thickness (in / mm):	front: 14 x 1.3 / 355 x 32 rear: 13.4 x 1 / 340 x 26
Brake swept area (sq in / mm):	front: 309 / 1994 rear: 269 / 1735

Wheels/Tires

Wheel size:	front: 19-inch x 10-inch aluminum rear: 20-inch x 12-inch aluminum
Tires:	front: 285/30ZR19 rear: 335/25ZR20

Dimensions

Exterior

Wheelbase (in / mm):	105.7 / 2685
Overall length (in / mm):	175.6 / 4460
Overall width (in / mm):	75.9 / 1928
Overall height (in / mm):	48.7 / 1236
Curb weight (lb / kg):	3355/ 1522
Weight distribution (% front / rear):	50 / 50

Interior

Seating capacity	2
Interior volume (cu ft / L):	52 / 1475
Headroom (in / mm):	38 / 962
Legroom (in / mm):	43 / 1092
Shoulder room (in / mm):	55 / 1397
Hip room (in / mm):	54 / 1371

Capacities

Cargo volume (cu ft / L):	11 / 295 (top up); 7.5 / 212 (top down)
Fuel tank (gal / L):	18 / 68.1
Engine oil (qt / L):	10.5 / 9.9

Source: Chevrolet

January 13, 2012

Torpedo Run 2011: One of the last adventures of our time

Driving, action and having fun – the Torpedo Run is a horsepower-orgy Standing in the light of sports cars and luxury limousines, Torpedo Run – a horsepower-party – combines driving, action and having fun altogether! This is happening for the 7^th time and this time the goal is to promote it on daily events, while in the evening, exquisite gourmet pleasures pleased the sense of taste.

To be more precise the automobile party included participants from all over Europe. It lasted three days and led from Bad Ragaz in Switzerland, through the towns of Kitzbühel and Velden in Austria, till the Mediterranean Coast in Slovenia. What is to be highlighted is that this year’s program offered a new race-track with Formula 1 license, fast bobsled runs and an adventurous off-road excursion in steep mountains!

In these three days there could be seen enormous power and a pure sound party at the Torpedo Run 2011. For instance, you could see rare sports cars and exotics like Wiesmann MF 5 Roadster, Corvette ZR1, Ferrari 430 Scuderia, Lexus IS-F or an almost 600 hp/441 kW strong Mustang GT in muscle car design. Moreover, there were Porsches and compact sports cars such as BMW 1 Series M Coupé or Lotus Elise.

All these beauties were driven almost everywhere on this perfect occasion. In addition, the Torpedo Runners enjoyed a lot of nice corners and impressive landscapes with stunningly beautiful sights. The specific roads in the Alps made the Torpedo Run even more exciting and gave pure pleasure to the drivers!

Of course, there was a special arena – The new Red-Bull-Ring, where the Torpedo Runners were speeding on the new Red-Bull-Ring. This Ring is actually the Austria Ring or A1 Ring Red Bull, but more modernized and improved! Thank to it one could hear the sound of the engines and feel their power, while driving skillfully through the fast downhill corners.

A lot of adrenalin got produced these three days: the Torpedo Runners drove down a mountain in a 3535 meters long roller coaster with steep turns and “jumps” with descents of up to 6 meters! Even more, they experienced the legendary Olympic bobsleigh run of Innsbruck. With around 100 kph, the teams sped down the 14 corners on the 1270 meters long run!

On the other hand the Torpedo Runners switched cars to off-road cars! They enjoyed “off-roading” a mountain in the Alps. The route wasn’t a light one and led over a bumpy and narrow gravel road with tight corners, which have been built into the sheer mountain inclination. This is one of the most difficult itineraries in the Alps; however the Torpedo Runners performed their best!

The Torpedo Run 2011 was definitely great fun for all of the participants. It was mentioned as one of the most exciting and exclusive events of the year. The result is that all of the participants are eagerly looking forward to the next Torpedo Run 2012! The great news is that everyone can join it, but hurry up because the reservations have already started at www.torpedorun.com! The next 2012 Torpedo Run will take place on an extended weekend in September.

December 5, 2011

2012 Chevrolet Corvette : full details

Chevrolet has released full information about the staggering 2012 Corvette Centennial Edition.

“We constantly strive to make the Corvette a better car on the road and the track,” commented Tadge Juechter, Corvette vehicle line director and chief engineer.

“For 2012, the Corvette lineup achieves its highest performance, while at the same time being easier to drive and enjoy thanks to several changes and new features inside the car.”, Tadge Juechter added.

The manufacturer can fit the new 2012 Vette with optional Michelin PilotSport Cup Zero Pressure tires available for the most powerful models – the lightweight, 505PS (377 kW) Z06 and the maximum-performance, 638PS (476 kW) supercharged ZR1. The vehicles also have Performance Traction Management (PTM) technology, which delivers an 8-percent gain in maximum lateral acceleration, to more than 1.1G.

The tires are included in the optional Z07 performance package on the Corvette Z06 and a new PDE performance package on the ZR1. The dimensions are 285/30 ZR19 at the front and 335/25 ZR20 at the rear. They are fitted to the all-new aluminum Cup-style wheels in satin black or machined finishes.

Another interesting feature for improved aerodynamics is the full-width racing-style spoiler, which also come with the 2012 Z07 and PDE packages. The Z06 model will now offer Magnetic Selective Ride Control, the world’s fastest-reacting suspension technology. The Brembo carbon ceramic brakes will be a part of the Z07 chassis package and standard on ZR1. Michelin Pilot Sport 2 tires remain standard on the ZR1.

Finally, a carbon fiber hood will be an available option on 2012 Z06 models.

Inside, all 2012 Vettes will come with a new seat design and a new steering wheel. Microfiber suede seat inserts are optional and improve tactile feel, as well as add additional support.

The audio system is from Bose and includes 9 speakers. A new Technology Package (2LT trim level) brings together many of the Corvette’s popular infotainment features and makes them available for more models. The package’s equipment includes the navigation radio, head-up display, Bose premium audio system, Bluetooth wireless phone connectivity and a USB port.

With all new features, the customers will be able to create a unique 2012 Corvette, which will bring them a lot of joy both on public roads as well as the race tracks.

2012 Chevrolet Centennial Edition Corvette Z06

Source: GM

April 29, 2011

Hennessey ZR750 Corvette ZR1

Hennessey has just published an exclusive video footage of its Hennessey ZR750 Corvette ZR1, showcasing the ride’s staggering, world-class, super sports car performance. (more…)

April 4, 2011

Corvette ZR1 and Camaro at the Goodwood Festival of Speed

2010 Goodwood Festival of Speed will be supported by many famous brands. One of them is Chevrolet, which will make presence of two models – Camaro and the Corvette ZR-1.

Both of the US supercars will join in the event’s Moving Motorshow on Thursday July 1 and will perform in run up Goodwood’s famous hillclimb circuit on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Chevrolet UK Managing Director Mark Terry said: “These iconic cars, such as Corvette and Camaro, are clear indicators of how strong Chevrolet’s brand heritage is” (more…)

June 24, 2010

Geiger GTS Corvette ZR1

The Corvette ZR1 is believed to be the best sports car in USA. Not only because the powerful engine – LS9 6.2 litre small block delivering 647hp and maximum torque of 823Nm, but the awesome handling thanks to the weight distribution and electronically controlled sport suspension. (more…)

September 24, 2009

2010 Hennessey Z700 Corvette ZR1 Limited Edition

The world’s fastest and most powerful production Corvette, the 638 bhp ZR1 has become the pinnacle of American sports cars. For most ZR1 owners, having a car capable of Nurburgring times of 7:26 is more than enough to satisfy performance to satisfy their need for speed. (more…)

July 6, 2009

2010 HPE700 Camaro with LS9 engine

Hennessey Performance also known as Turbos and Superchargers Masters are never satisfied with the results that an OEM vesrion can bring. They always have to add something to push the car to its limits. (more…)

June 16, 2009

Stile Bertone MANTIDE: ULTRA STYLISH and HIGH PERFORMANCE

Few, if any, automobiles have been as awe-inspiring as the show-stopping prototypes and “fuori serie” cars designed by Stile Bertone – the Alfa Romeo Carabo, the Lancia Stratos Zero and the Lamborghini LP500 prototype to name just a few (more…)

April 21, 2009

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