All new for one of the most famous American sports in the world. Chevrolet Corvette reaches the eighth generation embodying an entirely new project that transforms it into a complete muscle car ready to do battle with European rivals
Over 60 years on the square to reach the epochal change. The new generation of Corvettes, the C8, transforms itself completely and becomes a purebred mid-engined supercar. All new, chassis, suspension geometry, control electronics and obviously style, which does everything to remain romantically anchored to the past with some references, while having the courage to innovate and stand out. The naturally aspirated 6.2-liter V8 mid-rear engine delivers 483 hp and 613 Nm of torque. Numbers that ensure the Corvette C8 0-100 km / n in 3.5 seconds and almost 300 km / h of top speed. The latest generation focuses on a never-before-seen driveability, a lot of precision and a base that over time will bring even more hardcore and breaking versions. For the first time there is a variant dedicated to the European market, which mainly satisfies the homologation laws without changing any ingredient of a recipe that is destined to go wrong with the many European rivals.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021: NEVER BEEN SO FIT
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Virtually nothing comes from the projects seen to date. This time, designers, technicians and engineers started from a blank sheet to model a car that should have made its way beyond the American market, touching the strings of all the fans who seek not only appearance but also substance from a super sports car. The chassis, gearbox, suspension geometries and other elements are all new to ensure that the driving pleasure and curb-curb capabilities of the Corvette C8 can hold a candle to historically more effective cars. The car focuses on a weight distribution designed to bring the center of rotation behind the driver’s back, reduce the polar moment of inertia and ensure a mechanical grip that never puts the rear end in crisis, which on past versions it has always had to do. sweat 7 shirts.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021: HOW IT’S MADE
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You don’t need a hawk eye to see the radical change of this car from the past generation. It can be said to be the exact opposite: the elongated hood is now gone and it is the rear that is more generous, as it accommodates the beating heart of the C8. The change in elements such as the front and rear lights, as well as the positioning and shape of the exhausts is also drastic. For the first time, then, there are two air intakes on the sides, obviously to feed the radiators. The models arriving for the European market are basically the z51 Performance with the LT 2 package as regards the finishes, but as an option we arrive at the LT3 which adds carbon in profusion for various aesthetic details. In particular, the Z51 pack includes the manual adjustment of the suspension calibration, the Brembo braking system with oversized discs and front air intakes for cooling, the electronic limited slip differential, the performance exhaust system, the aerodynamic package with splitter. front and rear spoiler and Michelin Pilot Sport 4S tires.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021: THE INTERIOR
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Another real revolution of this model is the cockpit, which makes a generational leap. Corvette cockpits have never been the best when it comes to design, finish and assembly, but the story is different here. Once inside, in fact, you are kidnapped by a succession of materials that return premium feedback to the touch and even the shapes are carefully worked, to give life to a cockpit where the pilot has everything at hand or sight. In this regard, it is impossible not to mention the two screens that make up the instrument panel and the infotainment system. From here you have access to any information and the ability to manage the parameters of the various driving modes, intervening on every aspect, including the brake pedal feedback, now brake by wire. The driving position is great, but we would have liked more travel from the steering wheel and the visibility also makes it easy and intuitive to drive in traffic and city centers. Here are also sensors and cameras help you constantly. There is also a lot of attention as regards the seats, since you can choose between 3 different models, each designed for a different situation, from everyday life to track days, passing through what’s in between.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021, HOW IT GOES
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The C8 is a real enchantress. He has the soul of a muscle car, but the body of a karateka to launch himself easily in any situation, always giving a lot of confidence. Its being friendly comes from a naturally aspirated 6.2-liter engine it offers a monster back between 3,000 and 4,000 rpm. It’s no wonder when it comes to draw length, but the point is, you don’t have to go looking for power somewhere and that allows you to focus on the steering, shock absorbers and brakes. Elements that on this generation are a step further and take advantage of completely new and more performance-oriented geometries to make this project shine. The electronics have also been completely revised, which now allows you to individually control each parameter of the car and perfectly calibrate the package in Z and MyMode modes, for a tailor-made car. The traction control system also evolves and now offers help on multiple levels, such as that of racing cars, helping to understand what happens when you hit the gas pedal harder. The brakes are very constant and never get tired on the road another element that makes you fall in love with the experience behind the wheel of this Corvette is the gearbox. The new Tremec 8-speed dual clutch is dry, decisive and always ready to do what you want. All this accompanied by the thunderous melody of the V8 that sings at the top of its voice even with the Fap, giving a unique and inimitable soundtrack.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021, IT’S JUST THE BEGINNING
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Despite the engaging performance and the feeling of a thoroughbred supercar, we are only at the beginning of the C8 branded saga. Perhaps one of the most incredible models seen in recent years will arrive shortly, the Z06, expected with a 5.5-liter naturally aspirated flat-shaft V8 with 9,000 rpm and over 600 hp. A car developed to excel on the track and destined to carve out a leading role in the world of track day sports. In addition, with all that space available at the front and the inclination to electrification of this platform, it is not difficult to hypothesize the arrival of a C8 in the SF90 Stradale sauce. We’ll see.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray 2021, IN BRIEF
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We are facing an epochal turning point for the American manufacturer, which has managed to systematize all the beauty of the engines that have made the various muscle cars famous, famous and feared over the years, with driving pleasure, precision and skills. on the track of the rivals of the Old Continent. The Corvette C8 will give you a new, adrenaline-fueled, original and different driving experience from anything you have found up to now. And with a price starting at 90,100 euros for the coupe, don’t stop and think, for those who can afford it, it will be hard.
Chevrolet Corvette C8 Stingray specs
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Motor: 6.2 liter naturally aspirated V8.
Power: 483 hp / 369 kW at 6,450 rpm.
Torque: 613 Nm at 5150 rpm.
Gearbox: 8-speed double clutch.
Rear-wheel Drive.
Dimensions: length 4.63 m, width 1.93 m, height 1.23 m, wheelbase 2.72 m, dry weight 1,510 kg.
Performance: acceleration 0-100 km / h in 3.5 seconds, top speed almost 300 km / h.
Price: coupe Z 51 Performance 90,100 euros.
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