2012 Z06 laps the 'Ring' in 7:22.68
Jun 26, 2011 | 11:25 AM
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2012 Z06 laps the 'Ring' in 7:22.68
Well after the ZR1 it's the Z06's turn to set a blistering lap time. Here is the vid:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ok1WUO3p1oQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ok1WUO3p1oQ
Last edited by samuel.g; Jun 26, 2011 at 11:26 AM.
Jun 26, 2011 | 11:38 AM
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From the press release:
The Z06 is the lightest and most balanced Corvette model, positioned below the range-topping ZR1 supercar model. The 2012 Corvette Z06 model shown includes the Z07 chassis package, featuring new optional Michelin® Pilot® Sport Cup Zero Pressure tires, Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, Performance Traction Management and Magnetic Selective Ride Control, as well as carbon fiber components (hood, front splitter and rockers) and aerodynamic improvements. All of those features are regular production options for the 2012 Corvette Z06, and substantial enablers for the car's elevated performance level.
The lap time is 20 seconds faster than the previous-best Z06 lap time, recorded in 2005, which was recorded from a standing start rather than the generally-accepted rolling start technique now used. The Z06 lap time is only 3 seconds behind the fastest Corvette lap time ever, the 2012 Corvette ZR1.
The Z06 is the lightest and most balanced Corvette model, positioned below the range-topping ZR1 supercar model. The 2012 Corvette Z06 model shown includes the Z07 chassis package, featuring new optional Michelin® Pilot® Sport Cup Zero Pressure tires, Brembo carbon ceramic brakes, Performance Traction Management and Magnetic Selective Ride Control, as well as carbon fiber components (hood, front splitter and rockers) and aerodynamic improvements. All of those features are regular production options for the 2012 Corvette Z06, and substantial enablers for the car's elevated performance level.
The lap time is 20 seconds faster than the previous-best Z06 lap time, recorded in 2005, which was recorded from a standing start rather than the generally-accepted rolling start technique now used. The Z06 lap time is only 3 seconds behind the fastest Corvette lap time ever, the 2012 Corvette ZR1.
Jun 28, 2011 | 11:04 AM
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Seriously. Change it.
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They say "Racing improves the breed" and from what I understand the latest C6.R is extremely close to a production Z06 in terms of chassis & suspension and the two cars share essentially the exact same body. It makes sense that the new Z06 is that fast around the 'ring.
