Chevrolet unveiled at the Detroit auto car that has a check up on the track better than any of the existing models of the brand. Speaking about the latest Corvette Z06 . The vehicle according to assurances performs better than the fastest lap times so far ZR1 version of 2013.
Model
2015 is the first Corvette Z06 equipped with a supercharged engine.
Decided to use a compressor Eaton , which allowed to obtain the 6.2
-liter V8 under the designation LT4 impressive 634 hp and maximum torque
of 861 Nm. Motor has a number of innovative solutions , including
direct injection system, cylinder deactivation and variable valve timing
. Power can be transmitted through a 7- speed manual gearbox or 8 -
speed automatic transmission ( with control paddles on the steering
wheel) . In addition, the car uses a whole range of advanced
technologies that were previously in the version of the Stingray .
The
manufacturer boasts operating speed 8- speed automatic transmission
(conventional chest jednosprzęgłowa ) . The controller box analyzes and
executes commands 160 times per second , changing gears to eight
hundredths of a second faster than the dual clutch PDK Porsche 911
An
interesting solution is used in the Corvette removable roof panel . It
is made of carbon fiber, which is beneficial for reducing weight and
lowering the center of gravity. The car with the roof removed according
to information of the manufacturer will be about 20 percent . stiffer
than its predecessor , and founded the roof by up to 60 percent .
Moreover , to achieve the lowest possible weight and the car is built
with a frame made of lightweight aluminum. In the same framework used in
the model Stingray and without major modifications will be applied on
the racing Corvette Racing C7.R. To further emphasize how intensely
fought for weight reduction , it is worth mentioning that frames the
driver and passenger seats instead of steel, are made of lighter
magnesium .
Chevrolet
to obtain proper traction , the standard applied sport tires Michelin
Pilot Sport front in size 285/30 ZR19 , and the rear 335/25 ZR20 .
Chassis designed for aerodynamics to ensure maximum pressure during
sporty driving . The new Z06 standard was a system of Magnetic Selective
Ride Control the third generation. By changing the mode by the driver ,
the car can be adjusted to a comfortable ride , or prepare a suspension
characteristics for maximum performance .
For
the most demanding Chevrolet prepared aerodynamic package made from
carbon fiber, as well as provided with a view to driving the Z07 package
track . It consists of Competition Michelin Pilot Super Sport Cup , and
carbon- ceramic Brembo brakes , which in addition to improving braking
contribute to the reduction of unsprung weight , which is beneficial for
running at speed . According to preliminary measurements, the Corvette
Z07 package is currently the fastest version in the history of the model
, thus surpassing the previous leader - the variety C6 ZR1 .
Corvette Z06 will go on sale in early 2015. Not yet given detailed information about the price .
