Monday, October 7, 2013

Corvette ZR1 Specs and tuning

The Corvette ZR1 engine is a heavily modified version of the LS3 Corvette engine, designated the supercharged LS9 Corvette engine.Producing 638 hp (476 kW; 647 PS) and 604 lbf·ft (819 N·m) of torque, it is the most powerful production Corvette to date.

Transmission

The flywheel was upgraded by going from six to a 9 bolt design and cutting off nearly 9.8 ounces (278 grams) for improved throttle response and acceleration.

Suspension

The ZR1 features a double-wishbone suspension system and Magnetic Selective Ride Control—which adjusts shock-absorber damping in real time to either "Tour" or "Sport" mode.

  • Displacement: V8 6.162 L (376.0 cu in) w/ (Eaton) TVS Supercharger & chargecooler.
  • Horsepower: 638 bhp (476 kW; 647 PS) at 6500 rpm 
  • Torque: 604 lbf·ft (819 N·m) at 3800 rpm 
  • Bore: 103.25 mm (4.065 in)
  • Stroke: 92.0 mm (3.62 in)
  • Compression: 9.1:1
  • Supercharger maximum boost: 10.5 psi (0.7 bar)
  • Redline: 6500 rpm 
  • Clutch: 260 mm (10 in)
  • Final Drive Ratio: 3.42:1
  • 1st gear ratio: 2.29
  • 1st gear top speed: 171 km/h (106 mph)
  • 2nd gear top speed: 340 km/h (210 mph)
  • 3rd gear top speed: 560 km/h (350 mph)
  • 6th gear ratio: 0.67
  • Wheel size front: 19 in (480 mm) diameter by 10 in (250 mm) width
  • Wheel size rear: 20 in (510 mm) diameter by 12 in (300 mm) width
  • Tire size front: 285/30R-19
  • Tire size rear: 335/25R-20
  • Brakes front: Brembo 15.5 in (390 mm)
  • Brakes rear: Brembo 15.0 in (380 mm)
  • Front/rear balance: 52/48
  • Curb Weight: 3,324 lb (1,508 kg)
  • 0-60 mph (97 km/h): 3.2 seconds
  • Top speed: 205 mph (330 km/h)
  • Quarter mile (~400 m) time: 10.66 seconds
  • Quarter mile speed: est. 132.9 mph (213.9 km/h)
  • Production: 2000 units per year (estimated)
  • Price: US$111,525 to US$129,945
  • Lateral acceleration: 1.10 g (average) 

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