Since 1954, the Corvette's recipe has been that of traditional sports cars: a big engine under a long hood, and the occupants practically sitting on the rear wheels.
But today, the American is operating what connoisseurs perceive as a small revolution.
It turns its back on its own tradition and to better face them, it adopts the architecture of the best European sports cars, Ferrari, Lamborghini and McLaren in the lead: central engine, cabin pushed forward.
The question is, is it still really a Corvette?
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But by transforming itself in this way, the Corvette has undoubtedly become a much better sports car.
Let's say it: it is now at the height of the others in terms of sensations, balance and sportiness.
It only leans in the area of power, since its enormous 6.2-liter V8 claims "only" 482 hp, against more than 600 for the lesser mid-engined rival.
Its most direct competitor in terms of performance?
The Porsche 911 Carrera S. Do not smile, we assure you that on the road, the precision and the commitment of the Corvette are no less than the German.
And for your information, it costs € 38,000 less than the Carrera S, and still € 22,000 less than a basic 911, which offers 100 hp less than the "Vette".
When America attacks, it doesn't pretend.
Chevrolet Corvette Stingray
Engine: 6.162cc petrol V8, 482hp;
613Nm.
Transmission: to rear wheels
Gearbox: 8-speed double-clutch
L / w / h (mm): 4.634 / 1.934 / 1.235
Empty weight (kg): 1.730
Chest (l): 357 (front + rear)
0 to 100 km / h (sec.): 4.8
V-max (km / h): 267
Average consumption (l / 100 km): 12.1
CO2 (g / km): 277
Price: 88.360 € incl.
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