autoevolution 6 May 2021, 9:34 UTC ·
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Sure, the C8 Corvette has arrived with its own engine, as a bonus for the new midship configuration, but we mustn t forget that the C7 incarnation of the Vette shares two of its three motors with the still-reigning sixth-gen Camaro. So, what happens when the most potent example of the latter dukes it out with the mid-level offering that is the Z06 Vette? 6 photos
We re here to answer the question with a straight-line adventure, one involving participants that came to the battle without any form of aftermarket assistance.
The muscle car crew is represented by a Camaro ZL1 sporting the 1LE package. And while this does have its advantages, allowing the machine to run with the big boys on the Nurburgring and shedding some 60 lbs (27 kg), the downforce it adds is not something you want when you re doing battle in a straight line.
autoevolution 28 Apr 2021, 10:05 UTC ·
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If we compare the current-generation Chevrolet Camaro SS and Ford Mustang GT, we ll notice that the first is slightly lighter than the second. Nevertheless, in his quest to score one for the Chevy team, the driver of the Camaro we have here put his machine on a diet before doing battle with a Stang. 6 photos
The Golden Bowtie model in question left the factory in eight-speed automatic form. And while the said tranny is a better choice than the six-speed manual for racing, the ten-speed auto packed by its opponent, a 2019 Mustang GT, is still superior.
Nitrous Corvette Races 900-HP Mustang, Bursts Out in Flames Mid-Run 26 Apr 2021, 8:50 UTC ·
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Last month, Texas once again welcomed the annual high-octane fest that is TX2K, and we ve already discussed quite a few stunts coming from the (drag) racing event. However, with more action-packed footage from the event surfacing, we are now back on the topic to bring you an uber-spicy collection of rolling races. 8 photos
Sure, TX2K21 officially took place between March 16 and March 20. However, after all these years of competitive hooning (the event traces its roots to 1999), it s no secret that the participants don t limit themselves to the daytime runs taking place in the safe environment provided by Texas Houston Raceway Park.
autoevolution 26 Apr 2021, 7:15 UTC ·
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Both the Dodge Challenger Hellcat and the C7 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 were introduced for the 2015 model year. And while they re obviously not direct competitors, enthusiasts haven t stopped racing them ever since. That s the case with the adventure we have here, which sees the Vette and the Mopar machine go for a quick brawl. 6 photos
In the Dodge corner, we have a Hellcat Widebody with the six-speed manual. Sure, the clutch doesn t bring the ideal setup for racing, but it didn t stop the driver from taking on that Z06.
And yes, this is a stock example of the muscle car, which means its supercharged 6.2-liter V8 churns out 717 hp (727 PS) and 656 lb-ft (889 Nm) of twist.
autoevolution 24 Apr 2021, 9:30 UTC ·
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We ve been waiting for Dodge to throw a Hellcat at the Durango ever since the supercharged HEMI found its way under the hood of the Charger and Challenger (think: 2015 model year). Then again, General Motors has spent over five decades considering the idea of a mid-engined Corvette before actually putting it into production. So, the C8 Corvette wins the anticipation battle against the Durango Hellcat, but what happens in a drag race between the two? 6 photos
Luckily, we ve got a piece of footage that shows what can happen when the Golden Bowtie sportscar and the Mopar super-SUV are thrown at each other.