When I was younger, I didn’t understand why someone would actually choose an older generation car over new one. Now I understand. I will take a yellow/black roof/polished wheels C6 Z06 with head/cam.
Pistons are junk though. LS3. Not much difference getting a forged crank, some good rods and pistons and going 416. Could go big on the heads if wanted. Don't know how much would be felt with the 11ci more.
If you're running titanium rods naturally you will need to use extremely light pistons and wrist pins with them which are not as strong. A 2618 forged racing piston would have been better but the oem was doing what they could with the budget they had. It's hard to adapt race car tech to a street car. Ti rods weren't meant to last 100k either, not even close.
Even the now-overlooked and "modestly" powered C5 Z06 is still a very quick car. 0-60 in 4 - 4.2 seconds, 1/4 mile in low 12s @ 116 mph and Nordschlief full lap time under 8 minutes back in 2004 with 2004 tire technology. The record 1/4 mile pass for a bone stock C5 Z06 on stock OEM tires is 11.8 @ 118 mph. The record pass for a C5 Z06 with only an air intake and DRs is 11.55 @ 120 mph. For just a 5.7L pushrod car from the early 2000s that's rippin fast. But even my old C4 is an awesome car to cruise around in. The Corvette team forgot how to make seats after the C4.
C5 is not a good track car. That 8min ring time is not that good, just compare it to other cars of that power to weight ratio. New corvette is great tho. ua-cam.com/video/DsXsjsAXp_o/v-deo.html
@@vwsandvettes3253 if your C6Z was white I would've been asking you to buy it 😂 I have a base C6 that I've cammed and put long tube headers on. It's black though. I'll never buy another black car.
I actually don't like that they had to take the step into supercars from muscle cars.. the Vette is supposed to be a successful average Joe car, not a rich man's unappreciated toy..
@@dannythompson1948 Zuntov wanted it though, and even with the mid engine layout the Vette is still a working man's car in soul. I wished they just kept the Front Engine layout though, the design language of the C8 screams Ferrari rather than Vette.
@@youngrody2386 it’s very weird how cars are changing. Whenever I see a c8 I think of a supercar but whenever I see a c7 I’m like damn that’s a mean looking sports car but when you think of the name corvette you don’t think of a supercar so it’s kinda weird but ig it’s good for us consumers.
@@youngrody2386 it would be like if the amg gt turned into a rear engine platform and lost its whole long hood design that’s made to keep the engine balanced.
That’s why your order it directly from the factory…still far more advantageous to order it, fly down to the corvette plant, and drive the new one home.
I actually work for GM and they do not put up with obsurred mark-ups at dealerships and said they will prosecute if it is found. One of the biggest reasons they make the corvette the price it is, is so you can obtain an affordable super car.
@@X13chaos It's not that simple- there are laws and by-laws that make the sales price harder to manage from the manufacturer's end. Ford is dealing withbthis too. And is the reason why The Mach-E is sold via orders from the manufacturer.
C5 Z06= you get to feel like you’re driving a Ferrari except we remind you that you’re driving a Chevy by installing a Silverado interior. You’re welcome.
If the C8 Z06 came with a 6 or 7-speed manual option, especially if it had a gated shifter, it would literally be the most perfect performance car in the market.
@@PrimePrius yeah the C6Z is arguably the ultimate Corvette. Naturally Aspirated, great power, high revving, & a manual transmission. Not to mention it’s classic FR layout. Although it’s hard to find fault in the C8Z when it comes to its incredible engine & seemingly overall performance, I would argue that it’s a missed opportunity to not have a manual offering. Not everyone will be track driving these things. So to have an even further engaging driving experience whether you’re driving to the store, on a twisty road, or on track, would solidify this new Z06 as a super instant classic imo.
My 2006 Z06 all stock tipped the scale at 3040lbs wet. I think they became heavier as the years went on due to additional sound deadening materials, different trans, mag ride, different sump and such.
@@ryancompeau146 welp, after my Novi 1500 kit it then read 3400lbs even with me (250lbs) in the driver seat and 3/4 tank of gas so that kit weighs whatever you want bud...
Imo, the C6 Z06 is, by far, the best looking Corvette to date. I'm not a Corvette guy at all, but there's just something about that C6 that pushes all of the right buttons.
I have had the absolute pleasure of owning the previous 2 generations of Z06, but I do believe the 20k add-on has priced me out of ever scoring a C8Z. I don't blame Chevy though, as I know this car is a "clean sheet" design and they have to recoup their design, development and testing costs.
Fantastic tribute my friend. I have to admit, the new model is the most violent sounding vehicle I have ever heard. That flat plane crank is some wicked sauce in that recipe for sure.
@@Odin851 I'll try to explain in a pinch, basically higher compression ratio is harder to control engine knock and has a higher cylinder pressure inside
@@androiduberalles 12.5:1 static will respond great to flex fuel and race gas. And more than likely dynamic compression can be slightly changed with lt6's cam phasing.
@@calebs.2166 that's beautiful. The Sebring Orange was my second color if I couldn't find the Admiral Blue with red interior. I have thought about doing a wrap in orange just to see what it looks like 🤣
Man- your car documentaries are so addictive, I literally tripped and fell whille binge-watching and didn’t take my eyes off the screen for a second! Thanks for the great content and the unexpected exercise! 😂 Ouch!
My dad had an 02 Z06 in cherry red. He used to take me to high school in it. I felt like a total bad ass. Then after high school he would let me drive it all the time. Love that car. Unfortunately he sold it last year. I think I will try to buy one pretty soon.
I was showing my dad your Chanel because I knew he would enjoy your in depth thoroughness and knowledge of engineering. He’s a Pontiac guy and was VERY disappointed that u have now videos on Pontiac. He’s used to it though, it’s hard for him to find parts 😂
AMG’s M156 made more power (518HP) out of a 6.2 and came out the same year as the LS7 👀 And the M156’s brother the M159 has held the record as N/A V8 king for almost a decade making 622HP in 2013, only to be finally taken by the C8 Z06 by 50HP when it releases
Yes it is an amazing V8 that is legitimately one of the best ever, but I’d have to pick the ford 03/04 4.6 terminator as the most legendary monster slayer of all time! that motor was an absolute engineering marvel it’s still to this day considered one of if not the best V8s offered in a production car.you see a terminator on the street and there still feared and highly respected and there’s a reason for that…… I’m a dodge guy though long live the HEMI and long may she reign supreme 😈!!!
I have a z06 I love my Z06 it is in no way an equal comparison to the ZR1 the C6 ZR1 is better in every way I believe that's why they came out with the carbon Edition ZO6 for track use
The c6 z06 is roughly 50-70 lbs heavier than the c5 z06 depending on the year, with most of the weight difference being rotating weight in the larger wheels/tires/brakes. I was able to make a 11.8s 1/4 mile pass with a very modest 2900 rpm launch in my c5 z06 with just a cold air intake, a/c delete and light weight battery relocated to the rear, and nitto nt01 road race tires. The c6 z06 is obviously the family favorite but don't sleep on the c5z's, they're not that far behind. Time will tell how the new kid on the block, the c8 Z06, will favor. It's certainly got the power and the tech but cars being under 3000 lbs is becoming a thing of the past. Often times I hear the new generation of cars guys referring to 3400 lb cars as light weight.
I had a 02 z06 with a k- prepped prat-whitny C6R block, I worked at a place called CRC CLASSIC REFLECTIONS COACHWORKS. Dave hill was the chief engineer of corvette at the time, he loved what we did, I was plugged into a group of people through my employment. It was a solid 620HP at rear wheels, not being restricted like the race car Jake… it took me 3 tries to hit 200MPH on highway First I had syeped tires.. vibrated to death.. then hit the factory speed limiter. It was 150-155. The 3rd time was a charm.. 208mph. Oh an I cooked a new set of brakes that never got seasoned.. $2000 gone..
listen to me man im so glad your channel exist and you deserve alot more followers, cause you moving the culture forward . cause im dead sick nd tired of ol boy on tiktok talking out of his ass on every video he make . And i know YOU know WHO im talking about
The Chevrolet Corvette, a timeless icon of American automotive engineering, has proven its dominance on racetracks around the world. Engineered with precision and passion, the Corvette embodies the spirit of competition and the pursuit of excellence. Its legendary performance and iconic design are a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of American automotive manufacturers and makes me proud Im an American. 😊
Trick Intake Manifold! Haha....Ford has been using active Intake runners since 1993 in both the V6 and V8. The V6 is called a Split Port because of this flapper valves that activate runners. Same with the 4 6L DOHC
and the LS was a copycat of the 351 Cleveland in the heads but Chevy just made them better but exactly Chevy loves to copy Ford, and all the Chevy sheep fall for it.. which is most of the gearheads in America these days
@@lc6785 there's only one small block out of the big three that would shut down all Big blocks and that was Ford and they're 351 Cleveland Chevy didn't have a small block Dodge didn't have a small block that would run a quarter mile that fast and this is back before nitrous this is motor for motor buddy
@@rono3045 You did not answer my original question and I'm not trying to start a keyboard fight. Check out the GM 302 and what Ford did after GM started production of their 302 and why.
Ah! I remember learning something about this watching Speed Racer. When they came across the GRX, it was so powerful, that it put the driver into a trance or into the 4th dimension or something. So of course corvettes are the most powerful cars that ever existed, so that must be why they are so dangerous.
Most powerful that ever existed?? What you mean In the United States right? Because there are several cars that are leagues faster and have been for years. Hell the new engine is biased on the flat plane Lamborghini design.
As always, a tremendously informative well done video! Thank you😊👍Maybe you’ve said it in a previous video, but who are you? You must have an extensive engineering background I would imagine especially with power train development
3:11 - This was my dream car for a long time. I even owned one. I got a nice big ass scar on my right cheek from the seam of the airbag that deployed when I was T-boned by a Semi truck and trailer.
470lb.ft? I don't see how this will he fast on the street? Track yes cause you can hammer it out of corners with minimal fear of losing grip. I hope I'm wrong but I don't see fun in a sports car with low tq.
You do realize that this engine makes 400 foot pounds of torque or more from 3500rpm to 8600rpm that's a 5100rpm spread with a 8 speed automatic with a 5.56 to 1 gear ratio do have any idea how fast 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th gear will go to the 8600rpm redline fast enough to make your ass pucker 4500-5000rpm for this engine is a walk through the park your right at part throttle or slight throttle under 3000rpm it's not going to pull like hell but it will from 3500 up to the 8600 redline with a 5.56 to l gear ratio the first 6 gears should have a never ending pull if your foots on the floor
@@MVS0N_ believe me it will keep up with traffic at 3000rpm and from 3500-8600rpm it will pull very very well with 5.56 to 1 gearing I'd imagine it would rev extremely fast especially in 1st through 6th gear I'm assuming with good traction it should be capable of around 6.60s give or take a tenth of a second at around 105mph in the eighth mile or one city block 10.50s-10.60s in the quarter mile at around 130mph this motor should be extremely eager to rev
Great technical data video. As the owner of a ‘17 Z06/z07 as well as a ‘19 Z06, I can confirm they are probably the best bang for the buck that I’ve ever driven. Been on the C8 Z list for 3 years now and chomping at the bit for my order to be built.
4:20 its just a SLIGHTLY stroked 400 small block....... (with a lot of modern tech) . but people say the 400 SB isnt a performance engine are just dead wrong i own two of them.... and even BONE STOCK.... it MOVES my 77 k10 with full time 4 wheel drive
Great video, only correction is that the C8Z is an 8 speed dual clutch, not 10 speed. Chevy’s 10 speed is a single clutch unit not available in any Corvettes
Agreed. The video also incorrectly stated that the C7 Z06 model with the automatic 8-speed has cylinder deactivation. The manual 7-speed also has cylinder deactivation. The driver simply has more control over when the deactivation occurs in the manual variant. Also, the video thumbnail graphic itself incorrectly displays a C7 ZR1, not a C7 Z06. I'm starting to think this guy may not be a reliable source of info.
@@craigthescott5074 Hot rodders wouldn't care. We'd realize that the displacement is low and figure out a custom crank, rod and piston combo to bring that up and we'd realize it can spin much higher with the valve train and heads and have something that can get it up to 10,000-12,000 rpm.
When I was 20, I had a 3kGTVR4 , and my buddy had a 91 ZR1. He took me for a ride down all of rt. 2 in CT , a 25 min ride, in 6 min, at 200mph! 😆.... I learned that day what real speed was.....
would love to see one on the 03/04 terminator cobra
Already in the works🔥🤞🏽
“Why the Termi goes WHEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE so loud”
Really? A 20-year old Mustang?
@@Cobra428SCJ someone needs to take away your phone
@@Cobra428SCJ The terminator is the greatest mustang ever made
When I was younger, I didn’t understand why someone would actually choose an older generation car over new one. Now I understand. I will take a yellow/black roof/polished wheels C6 Z06 with head/cam.
Got one 😎
Got one too!
Almost got one but in red and not polished wheels 😆
Wish they made a brown or British racing green with dark cream leather and carbon fiber trim in matching exterior color
Leave it stock and then you can get 35-40 mpg highway.
I love that GM always makes a "badge delete" option available for the Z06. "A keen eye will notice the oversize rear tires..."
I like em thick
The C6 Z06 will always be the ultimate vette in my book. De tuned to only 505hp a 427 with titanium rods. You can do a cam swap and make 600+ n/a.
Pistons are junk though. LS3. Not much difference getting a forged crank, some good rods and pistons and going 416. Could go big on the heads if wanted. Don't know how much would be felt with the 11ci more.
Youre wrong but okay
@@RBZ06LT6 please elaborate
If you're running titanium rods naturally you will need to use extremely light pistons and wrist pins with them which are not as strong. A 2618 forged racing piston would have been better but the oem was doing what they could with the budget they had. It's hard to adapt race car tech to a street car. Ti rods weren't meant to last 100k either, not even close.
C6 zr1 still trumps it.
Even the now-overlooked and "modestly" powered C5 Z06 is still a very quick car. 0-60 in 4 - 4.2 seconds, 1/4 mile in low 12s @ 116 mph and Nordschlief full lap time under 8 minutes back in 2004 with 2004 tire technology. The record 1/4 mile pass for a bone stock C5 Z06 on stock OEM tires is 11.8 @ 118 mph. The record pass for a C5 Z06 with only an air intake and DRs is 11.55 @ 120 mph. For just a 5.7L pushrod car from the early 2000s that's rippin fast. But even my old C4 is an awesome car to cruise around in. The Corvette team forgot how to make seats after the C4.
The C4 is the best!
C4 ZR1. My favorite 'vette. 👌
C5 is not a good track car. That 8min ring time is not that good, just compare it to other cars of that power to weight ratio. New corvette is great tho.
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Don't ever forget the 68/69 427 L88 Corvette.
50 years ago and on cross-ply tyres.
My C7Z seats are pretty damn comfy
DUDE! The way you deliver the information is so clean, crisp, and to the point! So glad I found this
C6 Z06 for the win. IMO still the best corvette ever made. Lol, I was typing that right as you said it in the video.
Such a cool car!
I agree I love to that it's n/a
I love 'em. I wish I could have afforded to keep both my '08 C6Z and '16 C7Z at the same time.
@@vwsandvettes3253 which one did u end up
Keeping?:-)
@@josepineda9740 I traded the machine silver '08 2lz w/ 36k miles for the Arctic white '16 3lz w/ 3800k. I love both cars
@@vwsandvettes3253 if your C6Z was white I would've been asking you to buy it 😂
I have a base C6 that I've cammed and put long tube headers on. It's black though. I'll never buy another black car.
Naturally aspirated V8's and Supercharged V8's... Nothing better
V8 > every other platforms for me personally
Compound Turbo V8 sounds better to me.
I loved my c6 z06 but the c7 z06 is insane. I have the manual too.
Jesus is coming. Submit to Christ or perish
Lucky you! 😎
@@camilosanchez831 allah only
C7z is best
The latest c8 z06 resurrected the ferrari 458 speciale in a world where everything is going hybrid or electric
I actually don't like that they had to take the step into supercars from muscle cars.. the Vette is supposed to be a successful average Joe car, not a rich man's unappreciated toy..
@@dannythompson1948 Zuntov wanted it though, and even with the mid engine layout the Vette is still a working man's car in soul.
I wished they just kept the Front Engine layout though, the design language of the C8 screams Ferrari rather than Vette.
@@youngrody2386 it’s very weird how cars are changing. Whenever I see a c8 I think of a supercar but whenever I see a c7 I’m like damn that’s a mean looking sports car but when you think of the name corvette you don’t think of a supercar so it’s kinda weird but ig it’s good for us consumers.
@@youngrody2386 it would be like if the amg gt turned into a rear engine platform and lost its whole long hood design that’s made to keep the engine balanced.
@@dannythompson1948 believe it or not the vettes mid engine plans been in effect since the C5. they just never did it until now wit the C8
"If you can get it for MSRP" - yeah the mark-up by dealerships in insane.
That’s why your order it directly from the factory…still far more advantageous to order it, fly down to the corvette plant, and drive the new one home.
I actually work for GM and they do not put up with obsurred mark-ups at dealerships and said they will prosecute if it is found. One of the biggest reasons they make the corvette the price it is, is so you can obtain an affordable super car.
@@X13chaos It's not that simple- there are laws and by-laws that make the sales price harder to manage from the manufacturer's end. Ford is dealing withbthis too. And is the reason why The Mach-E is sold via orders from the manufacturer.
C5 Z06= you get to feel like you’re driving a Ferrari except we remind you that you’re driving a Chevy by installing a Silverado interior. You’re welcome.
If the C8 Z06 came with a 6 or 7-speed manual option, especially if it had a gated shifter, it would literally be the most perfect performance car in the market.
Super car of the century. Imagine world where the LFA gad a 6speed
Actually this auto only C8 is only reason why the C6Z is the most perfect super car in the world. C8Z is a close second.
@@Chris-vg8ql the prices of those things right now would be double if that were the case! Lol would’ve been absolute perfection
@@PrimePrius why not C7, better looking, faster, just better.
@@PrimePrius yeah the C6Z is arguably the ultimate Corvette. Naturally Aspirated, great power, high revving, & a manual transmission. Not to mention it’s classic FR layout. Although it’s hard to find fault in the C8Z when it comes to its incredible engine & seemingly overall performance, I would argue that it’s a missed opportunity to not have a manual offering. Not everyone will be track driving these things. So to have an even further engaging driving experience whether you’re driving to the store, on a twisty road, or on track, would solidify this new Z06 as a super instant classic imo.
The C7 Z06 has a Ring time of 7:13 so it's an insane deal at 70k
My 2006 Z06 all stock tipped the scale at 3040lbs wet. I think they became heavier as the years went on due to additional sound deadening materials, different trans, mag ride, different sump and such.
Lightest year was 2006 you are correct. But it wasn't 3040lbs lol. The scale you used was off.
@@ryancompeau146 welp, after my Novi 1500 kit it then read 3400lbs even with me (250lbs) in the driver seat and 3/4 tank of gas so that kit weighs whatever you want bud...
I drove one of those when I worked at a GMC/Buick dealership, gotta say, my soul left my body at half throttle. Truly a scary beast.
Imo, the C6 Z06 is, by far, the best looking Corvette to date. I'm not a Corvette guy at all, but there's just something about that C6 that pushes all of the right buttons.
The c6 has curves in all the right places...like a beautiful woman...
@@ktthomas7714 No lie detected.
JUST finished watching the Buick Grand National vid! LOVE THESE!! It’s like an engine master class!
The C6 Zo6 is my absolute favorite
“If you can get it for MSRP”. 😂. GM should follow Ford’s lead and sell direct to customer to protect buyers from dealers and scalpers.
It's the reason why I'm never going beyond my C7. I've heard some of these idiots are marking the C8 Z06 up $90k over MSRP. They can have it.
I have had the absolute pleasure of owning the previous 2 generations of Z06, but I do believe the 20k add-on has priced me out of ever scoring a C8Z. I don't blame Chevy though, as I know this car is a "clean sheet" design and they have to recoup their design, development and testing costs.
Pushing over 1100 hp now at an additional cost of 45000
He never misses with these videos🔥
Fantastic tribute my friend. I have to admit, the new model is the most violent sounding vehicle I have ever heard. That flat plane crank is some wicked sauce in that recipe for sure.
Your videos and voiceover are spot on man it’s got me focused in the moment, I love your pace and presentation, keep ‘em coming!!!!
This man has the voice, knowledge and the content 👌 👏🏼 👍🏽
DOHC is king, excited to see how far we can push the LT6
With the compression ratio and horrendously locked ecu, probably not that far easily 😞
@@androiduberalles ima need 337 to explain why compression ratio makes it hard to mod
@@Odin851 I'll try to explain in a pinch, basically higher compression ratio is harder to control engine knock and has a higher cylinder pressure inside
@@androiduberalles 12.5:1 static will respond great to flex fuel and race gas. And more than likely dynamic compression can be slightly changed with lt6's cam phasing.
Fastest cars in the world are OHV though.
Love my C7 Z06 Z07. My dream car at 23
Nice! I've only got the Z06 but it's a 2019 manual 7-speed in OEM Sebring Orange Tintcoat.
@@calebs.2166 that's beautiful. The Sebring Orange was my second color if I couldn't find the Admiral Blue with red interior. I have thought about doing a wrap in orange just to see what it looks like 🤣
You didn't ask or begs for likes and you didn't have to, great quality video in a good time frame. Amazing job! great work
Man- your car documentaries are so addictive, I literally tripped and fell whille binge-watching and didn’t take my eyes off the screen for a second! Thanks for the great content and the unexpected exercise! 😂 Ouch!
Your car documentaries are thorough and well put together.
The ZR1 Corvette is still the king
For the low price of $200k used yes it is.
I googled Z06 Nür and only Porsche come up 🤡
Porsche is better anyway
Just happened to find this channel, binge watched 5 episodes and I appreciate it more than the donut media “up to speed” episodes. Awesome content!
Absolutely awesome ! We all just knew GM would keep it alive and hit it outta the park .Im impressed.Good job !
My dad had an 02 Z06 in cherry red. He used to take me to high school in it. I felt like a total bad ass. Then after high school he would let me drive it all the time. Love that car. Unfortunately he sold it last year. I think I will try to buy one pretty soon.
The words “fuel savings” and “sports car “ do not belong in the same sentence
Explain that to the EPA…
This series is unmatched keep up the great work g
Any vette over a hellcat all day everyday
G9d this was great. C7 z06 Ia my dream car. Bought my 2014 mustang 5.0 6 years ago. I'm almost saved up
I was showing my dad your Chanel because I knew he would enjoy your in depth thoroughness and knowledge of engineering. He’s a Pontiac guy and was VERY disappointed that u have now videos on Pontiac. He’s used to it though, it’s hard for him to find parts 😂
He does enjoy your videos and said he will start watching them. I wanted to get him into your Channel.
Guess I need to make a Pontiac video👌😂
@@337speed keep doing what you are doing man I really appreciate your videos’ in depth knowledge. You’ve earned your huge audience of subscribers.
It is somewhat amusing to me that you used a ZR1 for the thumbnail.
That 7.0 ls7 is still king of n/a to this very day no other v8 holds a candle to it besides maybe the new Lt6 5.5 c8z motor.
AMG’s M156 made more power (518HP) out of a 6.2 and came out the same year as the LS7 👀
And the M156’s brother the M159 has held the record as N/A V8 king for almost a decade making 622HP in 2013, only to be finally taken by the C8 Z06 by 50HP when it releases
@@Odin851 junk
@@aaronmcconkey1062 conducive to conversation, thanks buddy🤝🏾
@@aaronmcconkey1062 M156 is more powerful too 🤣 with far less displacement. Go cope
Yes it is an amazing V8 that is legitimately one of the best ever, but I’d have to pick the ford 03/04 4.6 terminator as the most legendary monster slayer of all time! that motor was an absolute engineering marvel it’s still to this day considered one of if not the best V8s offered in a production car.you see a terminator on the street and there still feared and highly respected and there’s a reason for that…… I’m a dodge guy though long live the HEMI and long may she reign supreme 😈!!!
The C-7 ZO-6 with Automatic specs are: 0 to 60=2.95 Quarter mile is=10.95 & 127 MPH
We need a C4 ZR1 video. It's too good to be forgotten with the basic Corvettes of the 80s
jason camisa did one already look it up
Oh shit that clip at 2:19 looks familiar 👀
I have a z06 I love my Z06 it is in no way an equal comparison to the ZR1 the C6 ZR1 is better in every way I believe that's why they came out with the carbon Edition ZO6 for track use
I have a new respect for vetts. It's the people's champ of cars
Dude your vids are just getting better and better! You nail the specs and the breakdown's!
💯💯💯💯💯
You are appreciated 337 Speed for doing so much research and doing your homework! 🙏
The c6 z06 is roughly 50-70 lbs heavier than the c5 z06 depending on the year, with most of the weight difference being rotating weight in the larger wheels/tires/brakes. I was able to make a 11.8s 1/4 mile pass with a very modest 2900 rpm launch in my c5 z06 with just a cold air intake, a/c delete and light weight battery relocated to the rear, and nitto nt01 road race tires. The c6 z06 is obviously the family favorite but don't sleep on the c5z's, they're not that far behind. Time will tell how the new kid on the block, the c8 Z06, will favor. It's certainly got the power and the tech but cars being under 3000 lbs is becoming a thing of the past. Often times I hear the new generation of cars guys referring to 3400 lb cars as light weight.
Can't update c6 with lightweight rims and brake rotor?
337 needs more subscribers😮💨 based off the quality of his content I thought he had like 2+mil subs 200k is almost criminal
I love how they say yhey are talking about the ZO6 but display a picture of a ZR1.
C6 Z06 is the ultimate bang for your buck monster. It’s a handful but it’s a total gangster. Just make sure you get the heads done.
How about c8 ZR1
I had a 02 z06 with a k- prepped prat-whitny C6R block, I worked at a place called CRC CLASSIC REFLECTIONS COACHWORKS. Dave hill was the chief engineer of corvette at the time, he loved what we did, I was plugged into a group of people through my employment.
It was a solid 620HP at rear wheels, not being restricted like the race car Jake… it took me 3 tries to hit 200MPH on highway
First I had syeped tires.. vibrated to death.. then hit the factory speed limiter. It was 150-155. The 3rd time was a charm.. 208mph. Oh an I cooked a new set of brakes that never got seasoned.. $2000 gone..
The C6 Z06 is one of the VERY few domestic cars that I REALLY like.
Why 337 SPEED is too entertaining to watch.
listen to me man im so glad your channel exist and you deserve alot more followers, cause you moving the culture forward . cause im dead sick nd tired of ol boy on tiktok talking out of his ass on every video he make . And i know YOU know WHO im talking about
In 2 days you have as many views as you do subs. Your people are here for you!
C6 is definitely my favorite! I do still very much love the C5 and C7 Z06's also. In that order lol
The Chevrolet Corvette, a timeless icon of American automotive engineering, has proven its dominance on racetracks around the world. Engineered with precision and passion, the Corvette embodies the spirit of competition and the pursuit of excellence. Its legendary performance and iconic design are a testament to the ingenuity and craftsmanship of American automotive manufacturers and makes me proud Im an American.
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Trick Intake Manifold! Haha....Ford has been using active Intake runners since 1993 in both the V6 and V8. The V6 is called a Split Port because of this flapper valves that activate runners. Same with the 4 6L DOHC
and the LS was a copycat of the 351 Cleveland in the heads but Chevy just made them better but exactly Chevy loves to copy Ford, and all the Chevy sheep fall for it.. which is most of the gearheads in America these days
Yea fords blow.
@@rono3045 Are you saying Ford has never improved upon a competers design.
@@lc6785 there's only one small block out of the big three that would shut down all Big blocks and that was Ford and they're 351 Cleveland Chevy didn't have a small block Dodge didn't have a small block that would run a quarter mile that fast and this is back before nitrous this is motor for motor buddy
@@rono3045 You did not answer my original question and I'm not trying to start a keyboard fight. Check out the GM 302 and what Ford did after GM started production of their 302 and why.
C7 Z06 is underrated!! Too much hype still around the C6 Z06s & C6 ZR1s in the community!!
I’m not really a GM guy, but it was great to learn about the corvette. Thanks for the solid video bro!
That’s a BIG “if” 😂
This was a great video man
this dudes voice and the background music just keeps you in tune.
The M113K deserves its own video… best AMG engine ever built even 20+ years later 💪🏼💪🏼
The C6 Z06 keeps carrying me in every gran Tourismo game
The only thing I love about the c7 z06 is that it’s the last front engine and the only BOOSTED z06 EVER!
And you can get a 7 speed manual.
Ah! I remember learning something about this watching Speed Racer. When they came across the GRX, it was so powerful, that it put the driver into a trance or into the 4th dimension or something. So of course corvettes are the most powerful cars that ever existed, so that must be why they are so dangerous.
Most powerful that ever existed?? What you mean In the United States right? Because there are several cars that are leagues faster and have been for years. Hell the new engine is biased on the flat plane Lamborghini design.
When this guy starts talking about the c6 z06, if u don't feel the real life motivation something is wrong 💪🏾💪🏾
Can you do a vid explaining transmissions?
Yup very soon. That topic comes up a lot and I’ll cover it.
Is it going to be oem only t56, tr6060 etc. Or aftermarket like doug nash, gforce, liberty? (Manual fanboy here)
Thank you for doing such a nice job of laying everything out.
As always, a tremendously informative well done video! Thank you😊👍Maybe you’ve said it in a previous video, but who are you? You must have an extensive engineering background I would imagine especially with power train development
My neighbor bought a brand new Z06 in bright red in 2002 and when he started it up on weekends only you heard it and it was loud and looked beautiful.
3:11 - This was my dream car for a long time. I even owned one. I got a nice big ass scar on my right cheek from the seam of the airbag that deployed when I was T-boned by a Semi truck and trailer.
09 ZR1 is the GOAT. my #1 dream car for as long as i can remember
470lb.ft? I don't see how this will he fast on the street? Track yes cause you can hammer it out of corners with minimal fear of losing grip. I hope I'm wrong but I don't see fun in a sports car with low tq.
You do realize that this engine makes 400 foot pounds of torque or more from 3500rpm to 8600rpm that's a 5100rpm spread with a 8 speed automatic with a 5.56 to 1 gear ratio do have any idea how fast 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th gear will go to the 8600rpm redline fast enough to make your ass pucker 4500-5000rpm for this engine is a walk through the park your right at part throttle or slight throttle under 3000rpm it's not going to pull like hell but it will from 3500 up to the 8600 redline with a 5.56 to l gear ratio the first 6 gears should have a never ending pull if your foots on the floor
@@MVS0N_ believe me it will keep up with traffic at 3000rpm and from 3500-8600rpm it will pull very very well with 5.56 to 1 gearing I'd imagine it would rev extremely fast especially in 1st through 6th gear I'm assuming with good traction it should be capable of around 6.60s give or take a tenth of a second at around 105mph in the eighth mile or one city block 10.50s-10.60s in the quarter mile at around 130mph this motor should be extremely eager to rev
Great technical data video. As the owner of a ‘17 Z06/z07 as well as a ‘19 Z06, I can confirm they are probably the best bang for the buck that I’ve ever driven. Been on the C8 Z list for 3 years now and chomping at the bit for my order to be built.
Video about the ZO6
- Proceeds to use the C7 ZR-1 in the thumbnail.
The last sentence ends up the only one that matters in the real world.
And I’m one of those guys. There’s no Z06 I’d rather have than the C6. Loved the C5 Z too.
4:20 its just a SLIGHTLY stroked 400 small block....... (with a lot of modern tech)
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but people say the 400 SB isnt a performance engine are just dead wrong
i own two of them.... and even BONE STOCK.... it MOVES my 77 k10 with full time 4 wheel drive
I putted one in my 1978 Malibu classic who came with the painfully slow 305/ 4bbl. It was a blast!! LOL! The easiest swap ever.
This was a great video man. Good job. Very informative and entertaining
Great video, only correction is that the C8Z is an 8 speed dual clutch, not 10 speed. Chevy’s 10 speed is a single clutch unit not available in any Corvettes
Agreed. The video also incorrectly stated that the C7 Z06 model with the automatic 8-speed has cylinder deactivation. The manual 7-speed also has cylinder deactivation. The driver simply has more control over when the deactivation occurs in the manual variant. Also, the video thumbnail graphic itself incorrectly displays a C7 ZR1, not a C7 Z06. I'm starting to think this guy may not be a reliable source of info.
Bruh. you have the perfect voice for this!!!!
I regularly pass them on track, in a 4 door sedan. 😁
So you have those dreams too huh? 😁
@@mewrongwayKOCXF I have it on video, feel free to watch. Camaros too, all end up behind me.
Horse power sells cars, torque wins races!
C8 Z06 is the best, 670hp N/A and blessed by Jesus himself.
Anyone stroked one or cammed it or both?
@@dennisrobinson8008 I’m not sure I would mess with the engine. GM has millions of dollars in its engineering. But duel turbo set up would be bad ass.
@@craigthescott5074 Hot rodders wouldn't care. We'd realize that the displacement is low and figure out a custom crank, rod and piston combo to bring that up and we'd realize it can spin much higher with the valve train and heads and have something that can get it up to 10,000-12,000 rpm.
The C8 Z06 is bad ass !
I really like your channel, and how you break down the history of different brands
Fun Fact: At the 2001, 24 Hours of Daytona. The C5-Rs outlasted the prototypes in the field and earned themselves the OVERALL race victory!
Excellent video. Keep up the good work.
It's why UPS used them in their package cars but on propane.
The next video be like”Why everything destroys everything”
Lol!
I can’t wait until the C8Z starts hitting the road
When I was 20, I had a 3kGTVR4 , and my buddy had a 91 ZR1. He took me for a ride down all of rt. 2 in CT , a 25 min ride, in 6 min, at 200mph! 😆.... I learned that day what real speed was.....
God I can't wait to see rich UA-camrs drive their brand new corvettes when they come out. 😭
I know right, catches a flat tire “ My C8 Z06 Broke on the FIRST DAY😤 (emotional)”
@@337speed whistln diesel
"This is just phase one of my durability test"
@@337speed 😂😂
Yeah, not gonna name drop, but I know which YT bigshot will probably be first out of the gate 😒
@@337speed Immediately followed by a "8 things I hate about my C8Z" with accompanying thumbnail of hand on forhead 🤣🤣
Dope video