Official - 2014 Corvette Stingray Cranks Out 460 Horsepower
05-28-2013, 06:56 PM
#222
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Plus a part of the Corvette's price is towards the fact that it's an exotic looking 2 seater, otherwise Chevy would charge almost the same amount for the Corvette as the Camaro. Same reason why the Ford GT costs much more than the Mustang.
These guys compare the Mustang to the Corvette in terms of power and price, but then why not compare the Camaro to the Corvette as well? Because it's not a valid comparison.
These guys compare the Mustang to the Corvette in terms of power and price, but then why not compare the Camaro to the Corvette as well? Because it's not a valid comparison.
05-28-2013, 06:57 PM
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AIR FORCE VETERAN
Really, and where can I buy one of these higher horsepower C7's? 
LOL at all of you fanboys who don't even own the C7 yet, comparing the GT500's performance around a track. Totally beside my point. This thread is about horsepower, not track times. Ford is doing a hell of a lot better than GM financially, yet they seem to be able to put out 600HP cars for the price of a base Corvette.
And keep in mind the Mustang is due for a major refresh, and I doubt indie suspension will add $10K to the price.
And the '13 GT500 pulled a 1:38 at Laguna Seca @ 3800lbs, so I wouldn't scoff too much at its tracking until we see C7 lap times.
LOL at all of you fanboys who don't even own the C7 yet, comparing the GT500's performance around a track. Totally beside my point. This thread is about horsepower, not track times. Ford is doing a hell of a lot better than GM financially, yet they seem to be able to put out 600HP cars for the price of a base Corvette.
And keep in mind the Mustang is due for a major refresh, and I doubt indie suspension will add $10K to the price.
And the '13 GT500 pulled a 1:38 at Laguna Seca @ 3800lbs, so I wouldn't scoff too much at its tracking until we see C7 lap times.
I am not a fan boy. But if name calling is your thing feel free.
I am not going to argue with you because you can not compare a Mustang to a Corvette. Even Ford would not do that. Since your logic is faulty there is no point.
05-28-2013, 06:58 PM
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may sound weird but the corvette is starting to give me the barbie doll effect vibe with her 10 inch waist, DD's, perfect blonde hair and skin when in reality its physically impossible for a woman to look like that.
everyone whining its a failure if it doesnt have porsche interior and a perfect beautiful rear end putting out 500hp all for less $ than the current model out right now.
The amount of whining from some people on this site is almost unbelievable considering that (I think) most of us here are grown men/women.
everyone whining its a failure if it doesnt have porsche interior and a perfect beautiful rear end putting out 500hp all for less $ than the current model out right now.
The amount of whining from some people on this site is almost unbelievable considering that (I think) most of us here are grown men/women.
05-28-2013, 06:59 PM
#225
I think you had better check your lap times there, son. Same time as an '08 ZR-1 at Laguna, about 7 seconds faster than a Camaro SS.
Not bad for an "old barge."
Not bad for an "old barge."
05-28-2013, 06:59 PM
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Really, and where can I buy one of these higher horsepower C7's?
LOL at all of you fanboys who don't even own the C7 yet, comparing the GT500's performance around a track. Totally beside my point. This thread is about horsepower, not track times. Ford is doing a hell of a lot better than GM financially, yet they seem to be able to put out 600HP cars for the price of a base Corvette.
And keep in mind the Mustang is due for a major refresh, and I doubt indie suspension will add $10K to the price.
And the '13 GT500 pulled a 1:38 at Laguna Seca @ 3800lbs, so I wouldn't scoff too much at its tracking until we see C7 lap times.
LOL at all of you fanboys who don't even own the C7 yet, comparing the GT500's performance around a track. Totally beside my point. This thread is about horsepower, not track times. Ford is doing a hell of a lot better than GM financially, yet they seem to be able to put out 600HP cars for the price of a base Corvette.
And keep in mind the Mustang is due for a major refresh, and I doubt indie suspension will add $10K to the price.
And the '13 GT500 pulled a 1:38 at Laguna Seca @ 3800lbs, so I wouldn't scoff too much at its tracking until we see C7 lap times.
05-28-2013, 07:00 PM
#227
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Thank you for yet another completely irrelevent point!
Like I said, there has been an improvement in performance over the C6, now once again can we compare apples to apples (base C6 vs base C7) rather than pairing the base C7 against the first high-performance model (the C6 GS) to determine whether there's an improvement?
Like I said, there has been an improvement in performance over the C6, now once again can we compare apples to apples (base C6 vs base C7) rather than pairing the base C7 against the first high-performance model (the C6 GS) to determine whether there's an improvement?
05-28-2013, 07:04 PM
#228
You have these performance improvement specs?
They do charge the same amount as a Camaro, seen a ZL-1 lately? And you are comparing why the FGT is more than a Mustang? Are you freaking kidding me? You talk like you know it all but you know nothing. You probably think the FGT is still in production, your posts are worthless!!
They do charge the same amount as a Camaro, seen a ZL-1 lately? And you are comparing why the FGT is more than a Mustang? Are you freaking kidding me? You talk like you know it all but you know nothing. You probably think the FGT is still in production, your posts are worthless!!
Anyway in your first question you're now asking me for official exact performance numbers, even though up until now the GM "estimated 450 hp" was enough for you to continually post as though that figure was in stone, however for the estimated 0-60 in under 4 seconds, now you're dismissing that because its not an exact official number. Again can't have it both ways my friend
And thanks for proving my point by bringing the ZL1 example. ZL1 costs the same as a base Corvette but has more power - does that mean its a definite better buy than the Corvette, because after all only price and horsepower matters right? Of course not (may be for some, depending on your needs). Like I said a chunk of the Corvette's price is towards the fact that it's an exotic looking 2 seater sports car, unlike the Camaro or Mustang. And yes that is analogous to the Ford GT costing more per horsepower than the Mustang. Simply putting
after your posts does not make them any less ridiculous lol.
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05-28-2013, 07:05 PM
#229
I think you had better check your lap times there, son. Same time as an '08 ZR-1 at Laguna, about 7 seconds faster than a Camaro SS.
Not bad for an "old barge."
Not bad for an "old barge."
05-28-2013, 07:15 PM
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lol the irony "Big" dan 427, coming from a guy who couldnt even properly paste my quote 
05-28-2013, 07:17 PM
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The 2014 Corvette Stingray’s all-new LT1 6.2L V-8 engine is SAE-certified at 460 horsepower (343 kW) at 6,000 rpm and 465 lb-ft of torque (630 Nm) at 4,600 rpm, with the available performance exhaust system, Chevrolet announced today.
The Stingray is SAE-certified at 455 horsepower (339 kW) and 460 lb-ft (624 Nm) with the standard exhaust system. They are the highest standard power ratings ever for the Corvette, delivered with efficiency that is expected to exceed 26 mpg on the highway.
“The 2014 Corvette Stingray’s LT1 engine is a triumph of advanced technology, delivering more power and torque than ever before with greater efficiency,” said Jordan Lee, Small Block chief engineer.
“The LT1’s performance complements the Corvette’s low mass with a tremendous feeling of power that builds as the rpm climbs. Drivers will experience more power and acceleration than ever before with the standard engine – in fact, its power and torque surpass many uplevel engines offered by competitors.”
At 74 horsepower per liter, the LT1 has greater power density than the C6 Corvette’s LS3 6.2L engine and even the C6 Z06’s racing-derived 7.0L LS7. It also produces comparable torque to the LS7 – up to 4,700 rpm – and its peak torque is within 5 lb-ft of the 7.0L engine. That torque is generated early and sustained across the rpm band, with 316 lb-ft available at only 1,000 rpm and 90 percent of peak torque available from 3,000 rpm to 5,500 rpm – giving the lightweight Corvette Stingray excellent acceleration at all speeds.
Chevrolet estimates the Corvette will run from 0 to 60 mph in less than four seconds.
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The Stingray is SAE-certified at 455 horsepower (339 kW) and 460 lb-ft (624 Nm) with the standard exhaust system. They are the highest standard power ratings ever for the Corvette, delivered with efficiency that is expected to exceed 26 mpg on the highway.
“The 2014 Corvette Stingray’s LT1 engine is a triumph of advanced technology, delivering more power and torque than ever before with greater efficiency,” said Jordan Lee, Small Block chief engineer.
“The LT1’s performance complements the Corvette’s low mass with a tremendous feeling of power that builds as the rpm climbs. Drivers will experience more power and acceleration than ever before with the standard engine – in fact, its power and torque surpass many uplevel engines offered by competitors.”
At 74 horsepower per liter, the LT1 has greater power density than the C6 Corvette’s LS3 6.2L engine and even the C6 Z06’s racing-derived 7.0L LS7. It also produces comparable torque to the LS7 – up to 4,700 rpm – and its peak torque is within 5 lb-ft of the 7.0L engine. That torque is generated early and sustained across the rpm band, with 316 lb-ft available at only 1,000 rpm and 90 percent of peak torque available from 3,000 rpm to 5,500 rpm – giving the lightweight Corvette Stingray excellent acceleration at all speeds.
Chevrolet estimates the Corvette will run from 0 to 60 mph in less than four seconds.
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2) We now who what it costs
3) We now know its #s
4) Cant wait to see Car Testing
05-28-2013, 07:18 PM
#234
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And use capitals and punctuation, it makes you seem more plausible!
05-28-2013, 07:28 PM
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05-28-2013, 07:32 PM
#236
Le Mans Master
05-28-2013, 07:41 PM
#240
Scraping the splitter.
And if anyone really insists on comparing a Pony Car to a Vette, at least pick a Camaro ZL1, or z28, when it is available.
In every test I have seen, it has been picked overall against the Mustang in almost every category, despite spotting it 100HP. a much better track car , and overall performer.
Whoever referred to the Stang as a 1 trick Pony was spot on..
In every test I have seen, it has been picked overall against the Mustang in almost every category, despite spotting it 100HP. a much better track car , and overall performer.
Whoever referred to the Stang as a 1 trick Pony was spot on..
I've extensively drag raced and tracked one of my '13 GT500's and will have it at Sebring again next Saturday. This comment is patently false.
S.