GT-R Nismo beats C7 Z06...

[Nine Ball]

Nissan is heavier, less rated hp, and faster around the track than the Corvette C7 Z06. Someone posted it on Corvetteforum, and they promptly removed it to the off-topic section. Imagine that.

http://www.motortrend.com/roadtests/...mo_comparison/

Interesting that the Corvette's higher figure-8 lateral grip and max g-forces do not translate to quicker lap times. The Corvette guys that have been clinging to those stats might need something else to talk about now.

1/4-mile
Nissan 11.0 @ 126.6
Vette 11.4 @ 124.4

2.42 mile Willow Springs w/ Pobst driving
Nissan 1.25:70
Vette 1.27:10

That is a pretty big difference. Figure each tenth of a second is approx a car length. The GT-R finished 280 ft ahead of the Corvette.

This quote also hurts:

"Add to that the Z06's tendency to get hot after one lap and the computer's decision to reduce power to compensate, and you have a lap slower than expected."

I do agree with the writers though, the GT-R isn't as good looking, and they really are boring to drive. But, you can't deny how fast they are!

Tony