Tuesday, June 25, 2013

2014 Corvette Stingray Z51 0-60 mph rated at 3.8 seconds

Finally, Chevrolet announced the official performance acceleration time for the 2014 Stingray after this sports coupe completing testing at Virginia International Raceway (4.2-mile) “Grand Course” in just 2:51.78. Stingray coupe with the Z51 performance package can sprint from 0-60 mph in just 3.8 seconds and capable of perform braking from 60-0 mph in 107 feet.
Corvette is not only powered by the Z51 performance package when doing testing at Virginia International Raceway (VIR), but it’s also equipped with Magnetic Ride Control, according to Chevrolet. In addition, some important changes that have been made by Chevrolet, including modifying on its safety features such as fire extinguisher system, racing seat and harness.

The 2014 Stingray Coupe will be available in the third quarter of this year with a base MSRP of $51,995 for the U.S. market. However, the Z51 performance package is offered only as optional in the United States at a cost of $2,800 and will add some performance equipment such as electronic limited-slip differential, differential/transmission cooling and unique aero package. Chevrolet also offer Magnetic Ride Control with costs $1,795, it will also come with the Performance Traction Management.

Power is provided by a 6.2L LT1 V8 engine that can develop 455 horsepower (SAE-certified) and 624 Nm of torque. If you install the optional performance exhaust system, engine output will increase to 460 horsepower (SAE-certified) at 6,000 rpm and 630 Nm of torque at 4,600 rpm.

2014 Corvette Stingray Z51
Acceleration from 0-60 MPH 3.8 seconds
¼ 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

 Courtesy of thecardriving.com

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