2014 Corvette Z51: 12.0 sec @ 119 mph (est)

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Official performance estimates from Chevrolet are in:

2014 Corvette Stingray Z51

Acceleration from 0-60 MPH: 3.8 seconds

Quarter-mile acceleration: 12 seconds @ 119 mph

Braking distance from 60 to 0 MPH: 107 feet

Maximum lateral acceleration:1.03 G

VIR ‘Grand Course’ Lap: 2:51.78

Chevrolet released official performance estimates today for the 2014 Corvette Stingray, the most capable standard Corvette ever. Equipped with the available Z51 Performance Package, the new Stingray is capable of accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 3.8 seconds, braking from 60 to 0 in 107 feet, and sustaining 1.03 g in cornering.

Cumulatively, the acceleration, cornering and braking capability of the Corvette Stingray enabled it to lap the Virginia International Raceway’s (VIR) 4.2-mile “Grand Course” in 2:51.78.

“For the new Stingray, we set out to elevate every aspect of the Corvette’s performance,” said Tadge Juechter, Corvette chief engineer. “Considered alone, the acceleration, braking and cornering performance of the Corvette Stingray is truly impressive. More significant is how well they work together, resulting in a lap time at VIR that places the new Stingray in the upper echelon of all sports cars.”

The lap around VIR was conducted in Stingray equipped with the available Z51 Performance Package and Magnetic Ride Control. The vehicle that conducted the lap was modified only with safety features like a racing seat and harness, and fire extinguisher system.

“The new Stingray constantly communicates feedback to the driver, which makes you feel incredibly confident behind the wheel,” said Jim Mero, Corvette vehicle dynamics engineer. “That confidence encourages you to attack each corner because the Stingray drives so well: the tire grip is incredible; the steering response is some of the best I’ve ever experienced; the Magnetic Ride dampers allow little body roll through the corner, while still soaking up the rumble strips when you clip the apex,” he said. “It’s just addictive on the track.”

The 2014 Corvette Stingray coupe goes on sale in the third quarter of 2013 for a suggested starting retail price of $51,995, excluding tax, title, and license fees. The $2,800 Z51 Performance Package includes an electronic limited-slip differential; dry-sump oiling system; integral brake, differential and transmission cooling; as well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability. Magnetic Ride Control with Performance Traction Management is a $1,795 option. A Corvette Stingray equipped like the test car used at VIR would cost $56,590.
 

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Z51 Performance Package includes an electronic limited-slip differential; dry-sump oiling system; integral brake, differential and transmission cooling; as well as a unique aero package that further improves high-speed stability. Magnetic Ride Control with Performance Traction Management is a $1,795 option.

Still, for $56k you're getting one hell of a performance bargain, and that's with the magnetic suspension and PTM driving modes plus Z51 package. The 0 to 60 mph is still faster or as competitive as $100,000 cars like the 911 S or R8 4.2. The VIR 2:51 lap is competitive with many supercars. Here's a lap listing, though not entirely equal because of drivers, conditions, etc.

1. Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 2:45.63 '08 647 / 1530 Jim Mero
2. Mosler MT900S 2:45.90 '11 558 / 1174 Car&Driver
3. Dodge Viper SRT-10 ACR 2:48.60 '08 600 / 1536
4. Mosler MT900S Photon 2:49.80 '12 558 / 1135 Car&Driver
5. Ferrari 458 Italia 2:49.90 '09 570 / 1485 C&D
6. Lamborghini Gallardo LP 570-4 Superleggera 2:51.80 '10 570 / 1430
7. KTM X-Bow 2:52.30 '08 241 / 871
8. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 2:52.38 '12 588 / 1838 Aaron Link
9. Nissan GT-R 2:53.20 '11 530 / 1736
10. Chevrolet Corvette Z06 Z07 Package 2:53.50 '11 512 / 1394
11. Lamborghini Murcielago LP 670-4 SuperVeloce 2:53.90 '09 670 / 1664 Mark Gillies
12. Ferrari 430 Scuderia 2:54.60 '07 510 / 1402
13. Lexus LFA 2:55.10 '10 560 / 1609 C&D
14. Nissan GT-R 2:55.60 '08 480 / 1740
15. Porsche 911 GT3 RS 2:55.90 '10 450 / 1400
16. Dodge Viper SRT-10 2:57.40 '08 612 / 1567
17. Porsche 911 Turbo S 2:57.50 '10 530 / 1585
18. Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 2:57.50 '12 588 / 1838 C&D
19. Ariel Atom 3 2:57.60 '08 300 / 456 Mark Gillies
20. Mercedes SLS AMG 2:58.00 '10 571 / 1620
21. Mercedes C 63 AMG Coupe Black Series 2:58.00 '11 517 / 1748 C&D
22. Chevrolet Corvette Z06 2:58.20 '05 513 / 1437
23. Chevrolet Camaro 1LE 2:58.34 '12 432 / 0 Chevrolet Test Driver
24. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 2:58.48 '10 558 / 1712 Ford SVT
25. Chevrolet Corvette Grand Sport C6 2:58.80 '10 436 / 1542
26. Porsche 911 Carrera S 2:58.90 '11 400 / 1415 C&D
27. Audi R8 V10 5.2 FSI 2:59.50 '09 525 / 1620 Dave Vanderwerp
28. Ford Mustang Shelby GT500 3:00.60 '13 659 / 1750 C&D
29. Ford GT 3:00.70 '04 550 / 1538
30. Porsche Panamera Turbo S 3:00.70 '11 550 / 1995
31. Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z51 3:01.20 '08 442 / 1459
32. Chevrolet Camaro 1LE 3:01.50 '12 432 / 0 C&D
33. Dodge Viper SRT-10 3:01.60 '05 506 / 1600
34. Porsche 911 GT3 3:01.80 '06 415 / 1395
35. Jaguar XKR-S 3:02.10 '11 551 / 1843 C&D
36. Ford Mustang Boss 302 LS 3:02.80 '12 443 / 1652
37. Chevrolet Corvette C6 3:03.60 '04 405 / 1470
38. Porsche Boxster Spyder 3:03.80 '10 320 / 1275
39. Porsche Cayman R 3:03.90 '10 330 / 1320
40. Cadillac CTS-V 3:04.00 '09 564 / 1980
 

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Great deal for the money. I think its sexy too.


This here summed it up for me "winning"
To demonstrate the car’s track-worthiness, Chevrolet took a mostly stock Stingray with this package and the $1,795 Magnetic Ride Control suspension, to the Virginia International Raceway.

There, the 2014 Corvette Stingray completed the 4.2-mile course in 2:51.78. This, in a car modified with only a five-point racing harness and race seats, according to Chevrolet spokesman Monte Doran.

To put that number into context, in 2012, Car and Driver magazine ran a 2:55.1 lap around the same course in the 552-horsepower Lexus LFA -- which sells for more than $400,000.



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