CTS-V vs. Hellcat Challenger
03-12-2017, 12:12 PM
#1
CTS-V vs. Hellcat Challenger
The V forums are so sleepy so I figured I'd post here.
After owning a 2015 Hellcat 6sp manual, I wanted to move to something more "me". There were unbelievable deals last autumn on new Z06's ($15k off sticker) but I didn't get to drive one, just a normal C7. It was nice, but very under powered (relatively speaking) at 6000ft since I'd been driving a Hellcat.
I scoured the country and decided to buy a used CTS-V instead of buying a Z06 and another small 4-door car. I'm very happy with the purchase. Of course a Z06 with a 7spd manual may some day end up in my garage.
Here's my Hellcat vs. CTS-V comparison:
And my latest reflector mod:
After owning a 2015 Hellcat 6sp manual, I wanted to move to something more "me". There were unbelievable deals last autumn on new Z06's ($15k off sticker) but I didn't get to drive one, just a normal C7. It was nice, but very under powered (relatively speaking) at 6000ft since I'd been driving a Hellcat.
I scoured the country and decided to buy a used CTS-V instead of buying a Z06 and another small 4-door car. I'm very happy with the purchase. Of course a Z06 with a 7spd manual may some day end up in my garage.
Here's my Hellcat vs. CTS-V comparison:
And my latest reflector mod:
Last edited by pigwet; 03-12-2017 at 12:13 PM.
03-12-2017, 12:19 PM
#2
Interesting stuff, but it doesn't really belong in this forum.
However, this website DOES have a spot where it fits:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/other-cars-24/
However, this website DOES have a spot where it fits:
https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums/other-cars-24/
03-12-2017, 12:36 PM
#3
Melting Slicks
OMG!!! I can't believe you posted this on a Corvette forum. Please remove it immediately!!! WOW!!! Very interesting watch man. Thanks I have been thinking about a CTS-V for a daily..
Last edited by 2019 ZR1; 03-12-2017 at 12:55 PM.
03-12-2017, 11:31 PM
#6
Lifetime NCM Member #2497
Love my 2016 V!! Best sedan out there. 
The Cadillac forums are very very slow.
The Cadillac forums are very very slow.
Last edited by slacker1201; 03-12-2017 at 11:35 PM.
03-13-2017, 10:41 AM
#7
Le Mans Master
03-13-2017, 01:08 PM
#8
I think your "ticky tack" gripes about the Hellcat are unfair. "Why is there a whistle in my $65,000 car?"
It's not a $65,000 car. It's a $35,000 car with a $125,000 car's engine in it. Much like a Corvette, you're giving up some things (interior perfection) for unreal performance/power at a more reasonable price point.
Awesome review though otherwise, thanks for the feedback. Love the CTSv
It's not a $65,000 car. It's a $35,000 car with a $125,000 car's engine in it. Much like a Corvette, you're giving up some things (interior perfection) for unreal performance/power at a more reasonable price point.
Awesome review though otherwise, thanks for the feedback. Love the CTSv