The Corvette ZR1 beats its own speed record

The Corvette ZR1 has become the fastest in the entire history of this model. It is a car capable of delivering 1,064 CV, so it is no surprise that the results are as spectacular as one might expect from this car. In addition, the car has been fitted with the ZTK performance package, so the model’s full capability to shine on the track is unleashed.

One figure worth noting is the top speed achieved by the Corvette ZR1, which reaches 375 km/h, a speed that is more than tempting for anyone who gets behind the wheel of this car. It is the fastest production vehicle priced below one million dollars, according to the brand, which makes it very appealing for all drivers who want to enjoy intense experiences.

The figure that has drawn the admiration of drivers aspiring to sit behind the wheel of the Corvette ZR1 is 2.3 seconds. This is the time it takes to go from 0 to 100 km/h, so we are dealing with a car that is very quick and posts very impressive figures. Stretching the distance a little, it covers the quarter mile in 9.7 seconds.

The Corvette ZR1 is equipped with the ZTK package. It consists of a high-downforce carbon-fibre aerodynamic package. It also runs Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2R tyres, which help it post those times. The tests were carried out with 93-octane fuel, and everything was measured in detail so that no part of the test went unrecorded.

The standard launch function and the custom launch control each offered racing possibilities. Both modes are available as standard across the entire range, from the Stingray to the ZR1. The custom launch control can manage wheel spin, the rate at which the transmission clutch engages, and other elements of the car. In this way, quick starts can be achieved automatically.

It offers greater driver control to adapt to real-time conditions, optimises acceleration runs by adjusting engine speed at launch, and improves the car’s behaviour to achieve the best results.

Corvette ZR1 data

The Corvette ZR1 is fitted with a 5.5-litre twin-turbo LT7 DOHC V8 with a flat-plane crankshaft. It delivers 1,060 CV at 7,000 rpm, and its torque peaks at 1,122 Nm at 6,000 rpm. These figures make this engine the most powerful V8 ever built by an American manufacturer, which is worth noting.

In addition, all Corvette variants have acceleration times ranging from 2.9 seconds for the Stingray to 2.3 seconds for the ZR1.