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“Word has it General Motors may offer as much as 700 horsepower in the C7 Corvette ZR1. Motor Trendreports the next Corvette Z06 will continue to rely on its naturally aspirated 7.0-liter V8 engine for thrust, but the lump will deliver substantially more power. How much more? MT says the engine could deliver up to 600 ponies. That’s a jump of 95 horsepower over the current Z06, though no figures have been finalized as of yet. Right now, GM is reportedly waiting to see what sort of grunt it can glean from the next ZR1.
2014 Chevrolet C7 Corvette – With the other 6 Generations
The automaker has already made it clear it will resurrect the LT5 name for the new supercharged V8, and if GM is already pulling 600 from the Z06, the big dog ZR1 would theoretically offer 700 horsepower. Either way, the range-topping Corvette will be suitably insulated from its less potent siblings. Stay tuned. We aren’t likely to see the Z06 for at least a year, with the ZR1 trailing along at some point there after.”
Last week we enjoyed the Motor Trend the comparison test where they lined up the 2013 SRT Viper head to head with newly released 2014 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray. This week we have come a similar comparison video as Car and Driver have pitted the SRT Viper GTS against a face from its past in the form of a heavily modified 1997 Dodge Viper GTS, that has over 650 horsepower at its disposal.
2013 SRT Viper GTS
At a distance, the Viper looks a lot like the previous car, and the two even share the same windshield. But up close, the new car is far more elegant to which you can thank Ferrari. There are no hard creases despite some bold and edgy features, and the hood gives off a menacing look which is not our favorite part of the overal design.
1996 Dodge Viper GTS – Look Familiar?
In comparison, the previous-generation Viper looks dated, even clumsy. There are two Viper models, base and GTS, most obviously differentiated visually by the number of hood vents; the up-level GTS has only two versus the regular car’s six. Every vent or scoop is functional on both models, from the rear brake ducts behind the side windows to the outboard inlets in the front fascia that funnel a drag-reducing curtain of air around the front wheels.
Click the link below to see who will Prevail and come out on top.
Could we interest you today in taking a one day early sneak peak at the all new 2014 C7 Corvette that is set to be announced tomorrow night at it launch event during the North America International Auto Show. If you are interested in learning more about the C7 corvette and let’s face it who isn’t? So keep reading and we will wade through the rumours and let the cream rise to the top.
We introduce the 2014 C7 Corvette
We strongly believe that the C7 will likely have a 5.5-liter V8 version of Chevy’s tired and antiquated pushrod, small-block V-8 engine looks to be making its way under the hood of the C7. This rumor also saddens us it means that other fuel saving technologies like cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing will not be available on what could be a very thirsty car. The new engine will include direct injection and a higher compression ratio should guarantee this new small-block has the same power output and possible more than that of the outgoing 6.2-liter V8. The Z06 models and ZR1 models are on track to receive a forced induction version of the engine with GM favoring supercharging over a twin turbo setup. We will have to see how the Corvette Race teams like the idea of replacing their 7.0-liter V8 for a forced feed small displacement.
One rumor that GM is trying to distance themselves from is that the car will received a supercharged or turbocharged V6 engine option. We have to think that this has more to with satisfying their traditional chest thumping V8 client as we think that this would be a fantastic idea.
No matter which engines will be found under the hood they are expected to be connected to a new 7-speed manual transmission which may receive a rev match function. On the Automatic side of the equation we are expecting a 7 or 8 speed dual-clutch transmission to be included in the new C7 Corvette.
And as dramatic a change as the interior is, look for equally major upgrades inside, with leaked details indicating a premium look and feel, with a digital dash with an info display to show track telematics like lap times, G forces, gear selection, and 0-60 times.
The all-new Corvette is still set to be debuted tomorrow evening so we will be sure to bring all of the confirmed news as it flows into our inboxes.
The precisely sculpted design of the all-new 2014 Corvette delivers more than just stunning good looks – every line, vent, inlet and surface has been optimized for performance. “The all-new Corvette integrates more high-performance aerodynamic features than ever before, many taken directly from Corvette Racing,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer.
After unveiling the new logo and engine of the seventh-generation 2014 Chevrolet Corvette, GM has released a short video to tease fans of the iconic sports car even more. Chevrolet will introduce the 2014 Corvette on Sunday, January 13, 2013. For more information and video content, please visit www.one13thirteen.com.
Could we interest you today in taking a sneak peak at what Trinity Animation thinks the soon to be announced C7 Corvette will look like.
This film is an artist’s simulation of what the 2014 Corvette might look like. The creators of this film are not connected with GM, Chevrolet, or Corvette in any way. The design of the vehicle depicted in this film is based on publicly available illustrations and photos.
If there is one great thing about a cold Canadian winter it is that the Big 3 Detroit automakers don’t have travel to far to complete their winter testing. We have come across some new images of the 2014 Chevrolet C7 Corvette during a snowy winter testing day in what the photographer called Northern Canada. Judging from the amount of snow on the ground it could be Barrie ON or Whitehorse YK so who really knows where?
The big news is really that the car world is expecting big things out of this new C7 Corvette and the rumor mill has been going crazy churning out stories on how all of the engine option s will be force feed to moving the engine entirely from the front of the car to the middle.
2014 C7 Corvette - Spied during winter testing
We have previously learned from GM’s global head of design, Ed Welburn; that the car will be attempting to shift its appeal to a younger demographic. Gm is hoping that people who are younger than 50 will become interested in buying a corvette however much like Buick it will be difficult to shake its grey hair appeal.
Ed didn’t release any details on how this will be done however he did rule out the possibilities that the car will have a mid mounted engine. He also let the world know that they will not be moving to a forced induction V6 engine. These two confirmations however now seem to be in jeopardy as there are some odd shaped air intake vents flanking the rear window. These air vents suggest to us a similar venting design to that found on the Ferrari 458 Italia which would then mean that the car’s engine is mid mounted. Sure it could just be more cleaver camouflage but we hope not as a mid engine design would allow for perfect weight balance and would equal one hell of a ride.
2014 C7 Corvette - Spied during winter testing
The glass half empty personality in me, may win out in the end as a total redesign this close to GM’s government bailout may not be possible due to cash flow issues. Road and Track is stating that a total car redesign would be too costly to manufacture forcing the cars price to rise putting it out of the financial reach of it new younger target demographic. Just think of it as the same reason the Ford Mustang continues to have an out dated solid rear axle. Let’s hope the GM car enthusiast will win out over the bean counters because we’re not sure if we can wait for a 2020 C8 mid engine Corvette.
What he did confirm was that the C7 will likely have a 5.5-liter V8 version of Chevy’s tired and antiquated pushrod, small-block V-8 engine looks to be making its way under the hood of the C7. This rumor also saddens us it means that other fuel saving technologies like cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing will not be available on what could be a very thirsty car. The new engine will include direct injection and a higher compression ratio should guarantee this new small-block has the same power output and possible more than that of the outgoing 6.2-liter V8. The Z06 models and ZR1 models are on track to receive a forced induction version of the engine with GM favoring supercharging over a twin turbo setup. We will have to see how the Corvette Race teams like the idea of replacing their 7.0-liter V8 for a forced feed small displacement.
One rumor that GM is trying to distance themselves from is that the car will received a supercharged or turbocharged V6 engine option. We have to think that this has more to with satisfying their traditional chest thumping V8 client as we think that this would be a fantastic idea.
2014 C7 Corvette - Spied during winter testing
No matter which engines will be found under the hood or mounted behind the seats sand that will be connected to a new 7-speed manual transmission, similar in design to the one that Porsche just announced in the new 911. On the Automatic side of the equation we are expecting a 7 or 8 speed dual-clutch transmission to be included in the new C7 Corvette.
The all-new Corvette is still a ways off, as it will likely be late 2013 before we see the car in one form or another. We would estimate that the official C7 car launch will be at the 2013 North America International Auto Show in Detroit.
Wow have you had a chance to check out the shopped images of what Jalopinik.com thinks the new 2014 C7 Corvette will look like. All I can say is let’s hope this is the stylistic direction that Design team head down. It will then not be a shocker when we say that “We really like this sketch of the Vette” especially from the rear quarter panel back.
We have had countless debates on how the corvette sting ray concept car that was featured in the Transformers movies, offends us. It personally reminded me of Mark Wahlberg driving his broken down 77 sting ray in the movie Boogie Nights. Putting a car that had similar styling to that into production would in our option would be a colossal mistake.
Sure the retro look is working for the current crop of Detroit Muscle Cars, but the Corvette is so much more than that. It is a car that has always been able to compete with any of the European exotics however those cars are so rarely seen on North American roads, making them tough to race against.
This Resulted in the Corvette receiving more of a Muscle Car image because every video you see of one its racing another piece of Detroit steel. We would hate to see the C7 adopt that same retro muscle car image instead it should head down to the Cadillac show room to draw some inspiration from the CTS-V. Then and only then will the Next Generation Corvette be ready to take on the likes of the Ferrari 458 Italia, or the Mercedes-Benz SLS AMG, and what every Lamborghini puts out in 2014.
No word on how or when the new Vette with be revealed could Detroit of 2013 be too soon? We don’t think so the only question is how many hits a day we will be up to when we report on that Car Launch.
There are very few cars that have the history and creditability that the Corvette brand commands. Once you tell people that you have bought a Corvette they can anticipate exactly what you have purchase because the Corvette bench mark has not been lowered over the years. Some might say that the C6 car (the current model on sale now) is the best one ever made. It is hard to argue with them as the ZR1 is the fastest car ever produced by Chevrolet, and before that the Z06 was able to compete with super cars worth 4 times the price.
Unfortunately this success is a double edge sword as the next generation the C7 has a mighty high bar to leap over. Taking some of the pressure off of the C7 Corvette will be the fact that in the last year the brand has seen its lowest sales volume since the 1960’s, only selling 12,624 units.
As a result of the low sales GM’s global head of design, Ed Welburn has publicly stated that the Vette will be shifting its appeal to a younger demographic. Gm is hoping that people who are younger than 50 will become interested in buying a corvette however much like Buick it will be difficult to shake its grey hair appeal.
Ed didn’t release any details on how this will be done however he did rule out the possibilities that the car will have a mid mounted engine. He also let the world know that they will not be moving to a forced induction V6 engine.
What he did confirm was that the C7 will likely have a 5.5-liter V8 and that will be connected to a 7-speed manual transmission that will be similar in design to the one that Porsche just announced in the new 911. The all-new Corvette is still a ways off, as it will likely be late 2013 before we see the car in one form or another.
Thank you to leftlanenews.com for the Image of the Possible C7 Corvette
The Chevrolet Corvette returns to the famed German track – the Nurburgring – to test the 2012 ZR1 model. This year’s test run eclipses the time set in 2008 by more than six seconds.
This Video is awesome which is why everyone and their dog linked to it yesterday. It was also the inspiration for today video Post-a-thon.
