Ive never before, nor would i ever have, driven a viper like i drove this acr, he says. The srt10, despite its newfound refinement, remains true to the vipers original design philosophy. Its an experience not unlike doing motorcycle wheelies on a freeway. October issue of car and driver discussion in srt10 and srt10 coupe discussions started by c6z06, aug 25, 2007. Check out this exclusive supercar shootout, featuirng a 2002 corvette z06 vs. Aug, 2018 the corvette z06 is the most comparable to the viper. The z06 is priced significantly lower than the viper srt. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2016 chevrolet corvette and 2016 dodge viper. I know everyone is hurting right now with all the buzz on the internet about the new z06s ultraconservative ecu. Simply being more expensive wouldnt be a huge problem for the viper if it werent for the fact that the lower priced z06 offers more bang for the buck. Along with the many aero adjustments possible see below, that means a talented viper acr driver could tailor his or her car to perform best at. Feb, 2016 corvette z06 vs mustang gt350r vs viper acr. Thats still very true today, including with the highperformance z06 variant.
The z51 c6 as tested by car and driver ran from 0150mph in 25 seconds. The winningest model in best driver s car history maintains its standing as the better sports car, but just barely. Sure, some mags compared the two, but the cars were just too different to make an even. The dodge viper is stronger, faster, and looking to take the corvette z06 down a peg. I could hot lap this car all day without scaring myself, and. Despite the fact that it took the viper longer to go the quarter, the srt still. Sep 18, 2014 the z06 is priced significantly lower than the viper srt. I was about to take possession of the most powerful car i. I think stock for stock with the same driver it should be a tad quicker. Car and driver magazine december 2005 505hp corvette z06. Also, i hope dodge sends an acr extreme to europe for all of the magazines to drive because id really like to see them concede that. Both of these sports cars are unmistakable on the outside. Comparing gen i rt10 vipers to the z51 c6 i believe that it will be all corvette seeing that horsepower is the same but the corvette is some 250 pounds heavier.
Car and driver recently did a comparison test of the z06 and the srt10 viper coupe. The mercedesamg gt r and corvette z06 offer shockingly. An acr edition of the viper is a race carwith an equally crushing suspension setup. The corvette vs viper debate has been keeping gearheads on their toes ever since the latter was launched back in 1992. The dodge viper is stronger, faster, and looking to take the corvette z06. Also, i hope dodge sends an acr extreme to europe for all of the magazines to drive because id really like to see them concede that america does make some of the best cars on planet. In a previous comparo, the corvette beat the viper. We have thousands of magazines listed and have a large unlisted inventory of back issues in a wide variety of subjects. It might be more appropriate, however, to compare it against its fellow countrymen, namely the chevy corvette z06 and dodge viper acr. Ive used zs as a daily driver before as well as my current gt500 and older term cobras.
I know that this has been discussed before, but i wanted some opinions here. The corvette is much more attainable for more drivers, while the viper is a more exclusive american sports car. Dodge viper comparison test car and driver may 8, 2020 corvette trends corvette z06. Viper acr stomps corvette z06 at laguna seca torque news. Beyond the basic formula of a big engine out front, fat driven wheels to the rear, and one very happy driver perched in the middle, the z06, the viper, and the cobra r have little in common. Car and driver magazine december 2005 505hp corvette z06 vs. The chevrolet corvette z06, dodge viper acr, and porsche gt3 rs, not only represent the current tip of the their companies performance but are the fastest normally priced supercars weve tested. The difference between checkered flag and second place is measured in. Dip into the srt10s throttle and hold the rpm at 2750. Chevy corvette z06, ford svt mustang cobra r duking it out at car and.
Jan 07, 2016 when motor trend tested the dodge viper ta2. So much so, that it was developed in tandem with the c7. Within this issue you will discover the following topics. Jan 01, 2002 check out this exclusive supercar shootout, featuirng a 2002 corvette z06 vs. Dec 01, 2005 the viper was an 85k roadster, the z06 a 53k coupe. A heated debate has raged pretty much since dodge viper came screaming onto the american muscle car scene with its bold looks, raw attitude, and plenty of ponies to back up both characteristics. Mazda rx8 r3, and pontiac solstice gxp car and driver duration. They mentioned how spongy the suspension is on the track and how loose the steering is at the same time, making it a unpredictable. Ive seen numbers for the stripped acr gts being 22. Its worth noting car and driver set a faster time in the gt r versus the z06 during its lightning lap testing, so the outcomes seem trackdependent. Details about car and driver magazine december 2005 505hp corvette z06 vs 510hp viper coupe. The srt10, despite its newfound refinement, remains true to the vipers original design philosophy of being a backtobasics american muscle car. Z06 was engineered to be the ultimate driver s car an expression of pure performance. You dont have to fight for your right to party in the new 2006 dodge viper srt10 coupe, just put pedal to the metal and go.
See if the latest and greatest dodge viper can settle the score. Neither vehicle offers driver assistance safety features. As far as the european comparisons, id like to see m4 gts vs. Three years later a viper gts again stomped corvette, 4. The corvette and the viper are both 2seaters with very drivercentric cockpits. Car and driver magazine december 2005 505hp corvette z06 vs 510hp.
The test includes instrumented data as well as onroad. Also remember the 2003 thru 2006 vipers will run you around 50k as well. Sep 20, 2012 technical editor michael austin pits chevrolets best corvettes, the zr1 and z06, against one another in the latest episode of car and driver. Watch a corvette z06 vs viper ta dragstrip throwdown. Sure, some mags compared the two, but the cars were just too different to make an even fight. The z06 package is still available only on the hardtop coupe body style and only with a 6speed manual transmission. However, the driver had experience driving a c6 corvette before that day though not a z06. Secrets of the 2001 chevrolet corvette z06 car nerds. The history of high performance cars is one of great rivalries. Sl65 amg black series, murcielago lp640, viper srt10 car and driver. Dodge wanted a piece and sent out its 2016 dodge viper acr, the best track car under the fca banner, the one that beat the z06 back at mts best drivers car comp. Feb 15, 2018 its worth noting car and driver set a faster time in the gt r versus the z06 during its lightning lap testing, so the outcomes seem trackdependent.
Dec 14, 2018 the dodge viper has been discontinued, but its still a strong competitor against the 2019 chevrolet corvette. The chevrolet corvette has always had a reputation of being one of the best values in performance cars. All other price ranges, im probably taking a corvette because i can get a newer car that i could use every day. The viper was an 85k roadster, the z06 a 53k coupe. The dodge viper and the chevrolet corvette z06, then, can feel a bit like driving the raptor. The corvette z06 is the most comparable to the viper.
The z06 has the most powerful mill with the ls7 thumping out 505 hp and 470 ftlbs of torque. Jan 07, 2016 except this time, it didnt come alone. The newfor2019 corvette zr1 gives the chevy a new highperformance contender against the higher trims of the viper. For a time, the viper and the wickedest of the corvette line, the z06, kept their distance because there were major differences between the two.
R race car and offers a supercharged 650 horsepower and 650 lb. Shelby gt500 vs z06, part ii daily driver ford shelby. The winningest model in best drivers car history maintains its standing as the better sports car, but just barely. The vipers steering turnin feel and superior michelin pilot sport tires allow you to push the car with confidence right up to the limits of the tires grip, he notes. Secrets of the 2001 chevrolet corvette z06 car nerds by car and driver. Dodge wanted a piece and sent out its 2016 dodge viper acr, the best track car under the fca banner, the one that beat the z06 back at mts best driver s car comp. Dodge viper srt10 acr, nissan gtr, porsche 911 gt2.
Chevy corvette z06 v dodge viper srt10 acr v nissan gtr v. Chevy corvette z06 v dodge viper srt10 acr v nissan gtr v porsche 911 gt2 car and driver car and driver. Third is my favorite gear in the z because you can really feel the car pulling hard. Sure, those are just hoppedup, extreme versions of. The z06s ruddy launch allowed the rt driver to cross the finish line before the corvette. And, even though srt has always stressed that the viper is a much more. There were a few things that did not sit with me quite well that was said about the z06.
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