Video: The Corvette Z06 and The Nismo GT-R Go Head-To-Head

There has always been a big debate between Japanese sports cars and American sports cars… who’s faster. Recently two of the biggest hitters from each camp went head-to-head.

The latest 2015 Corvette Z06 represents leaps and bounds of improvement for the American icon. The ‘Vette has always been about heavy duty power in a lightweight chassis… coupled with the widest tire they can fit in the rear to provide the traction. The C7 is packed with technology and electronics, it is no longer just about a big V8 under the hood, some classic styling, and brute force. The Z06 features an electronic rear differential to control the 650 horsepower and 650 lbs-ft. of torque coming from the Chevy’s 6.2-liter supercharged V8. The power is channeled through a seven-speed manual transmission. The suspension has also received the sophisticated electronics treatment featuring magnetic ride control which has several settings to fit most any driving condition. Along with the fancy electronics the ‘Vette features a large front splitter and a tall rear gurney flap to add to its updated appearance and aid in the much needed downforce. The task of bringing the proceeding to a halt fall to the Z06’s huge carbon ceramic disc brakes and Michelin Pilot Sport Cup tires. The much needed handling components of the Z06, its rolling stock, and high-tech brakes help keep the car aimed in the right direction whether the chassis is under the forces of acceleration or braking.

The 2015 Nismo GT-R received even more tweaks and updates from the current generation. First and foremost power output has been bumped up to 600 horses and 481 lbs-ft. of torque compared to the previous model’s 543 horsepower and 463 lbs-ft. of torque. So the Nissan has a 50 horsepower deficit and it checks in 300 pounds heavier on the scale compared to the Z06. The GT-R’s technology has always been ahead of the curve packed with electronics that control the car and inspire driver confidence, but can it make up these disadvantages? As both cars go head to head on the track, the results are astonishing, so you will have to watch the video and find out the results of the comparison. It’s ‘Must See” TV.

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