Inside Look – 1000HP LMR C7 Corvette ZR1

February 21st, 2023

Finally being recognized as an international supercar, the Chevrolet Corvette is better than ever. Down in Houston, Texas, a firm called Late Model Racecraft (LMR) is kicking it up a notch above that. This clip takes us inside a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 build that delivers some big results. The video opens with a baseline dyno pull to establish how much power the ‘Vette is making before any modifications are made. With it’s factory supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine, this ZR1 posts maximum output readings of 650rwhp and 663 lb.-ft. of torque. That’s in line with factory numbers. A second dyno Read More

Roll Racing Fun – 1000HP Corvette ZR1 vs. 800HP Mustang GT500

January 26th, 2023

We are back on the streets (of Old Mexico) for this one. Our man Frank located this contest between a modified Corvette ZR1 and a souped-up Mustang GT500. Both these cars are well built by some serious gearheads. Even with no money on the line, these competitors are in it to win it. They will do whatever it takes to claim the victory. The C6 (2005-2013) Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 is propelled by a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 motor that can generate 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque in factory condition. Featured in this video is a ZR1 that has been modified Read More

Bone Stock Street Beef – Corvette ZR1 vs. Ferrari 488 GTB

August 25th, 2022

Here’s a humdinger of a production model street battle. These guys are taking it to the interstate (down in Mexico) for some serious roll racing action. The first two competitors out of the gate will be representing the United States and Italy. It’s a Corvette against a Ferrari. The supercharged Chevrolet C6 Corvette ZR1 can generate 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque. On the other hand, the turbocharged Ferrari 488 GTB is capable of producing 661ho and 561 lb.-ft. of torque. Both cars are rear-wheel drive. The Corvette weighs a nimble 3,131-pounds and the 488 tips the scale at a Read More

Kong Ported Corvette ZR1 vs Tesla Plaid – Street Hits

August 23rd, 2022

From the mean streets of Old Mexico, we have a contest between representatives of past and future. The Corvette ZR1 is all about perfecting the gasoline burning internal combustion engine and sending power to the rear wheels. On the other hand, the Tesla is getting it done with all-electric and all-wheel drive. In a dig race, the Tesla Plaid is hard to bet against. Tonight’s roll racing format definitely evens the odds a bit. Let’s get to it. The (stock) C6 version of the Corvette ZR1 utilizes a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 engine to generate 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque. Read More

LS3 Mazda RX-7 vs. Corvette ZR1 – Drag Racing

June 2nd, 2022

This vs That brings us this story of what happens when you put an LS swapped Mazda RX-7 on the line against a modified Corvette ZR1. The ‘Vette is more powerful, but the Mazda is the lighter of the two. How will this crude affair shake out? We’ll find out on the track. The 1994 Mazda RX-7 is a 2,800-pound rear-wheel drive coupe that has been upgraded with a big old Chevy V8 engine. The Chevy mill has been outfitted with a Lunatti LS7 rotating assembly, a set of ETP cylinder heads, a Fast intake manifold, as well as a Read More

Modified C7 Corvette ZR1 vs. Whipple Hellcat – Street Hits

January 20th, 2021

This cat is taking it to the streets. Hellcat that is – with a massive 4.5-liter Whipple supercharger. Today, this kitty is taking on a 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 that has been upgraded with some bolt-on performance parts. Can the Corvette handle the over-the-top power of the enhanced Hellcat or will it fall short in a roll racing contest? Let’s go to the video. The C7 Corvette is equipped with a 6.2-liter supercharged (Lingenfelter) V8 engine. Modifications include a cold air intake, exhaust headers and catless downpipes, an oversized throttle body, a throttle body spacer and a performance tune. The Read More

U.S.A. versus Italy – Huracan versus Corvette ZR1 Track Hits

September 30th, 2020

The theme of this video is roll racing – on the track this time. No traffic to interfere and no law enforcement to worry about, just open asphalt and sheer horsepower. The cars are top-shelf and well suited for roll racing. In this shootout between America and Italy, each country is well represented. America by the legendary Chevrolet (C6) Corvette ZR1 and Italy by the iconic Lamborghini Huracan LP610-4. While the Corvette is the flagship of the Chevy lineup, the Huracan is an entry level cruiser for Lamborghini. The rear-wheel drive Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 weighs 3,519-pounds. It is powered by Read More

Stock 2019 ZR1 Wins Street Car Takeover Bowling Green

August 24th, 2020

Surprise, surprise! The owner of this bone stock 2019 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 shows up to SCT Bowling Green just to get in a few rounds. He never dreamed that he’d win the class and take home the trophy. We’ll drop into Round 2 and have a look. Sometimes it’s about the horsepower, but more times than not, it’s about consistency. This Corvette ZR1 is all about consistency. In bone stock trim, this car has plenty of power and outstanding reliability. Under the hood? How about a supercharged (Lingenfelter) 6.2-liter V8 engine capable of generating 650hp and 650 lb.-ft. of torque? Read More

800WHP Supercharged Ford GT vs. 850WHP Corvette ZR1

April 29th, 2020

This video represents the age-old battle between Ford and Chevrolet. Highly modified and ready for action – south of the border – these two beautiful specimens of automotive performance are a pleasure to look at and they both sound amazing. Before we get to the racing, let’s take a look under the hood and see what makes each of them tick. Wide and low, the Ford GT comes equipped with a supercharged 5.4-liter DOHC V8 engine that churns out 550hp. Savage Garage (owner) has taken this particular car to a new level with a 4.5-liter Whipple supercharger upgrade and (obviously) Read More

Corvette ZR1 vs. McLaren 570S – Street Hits

November 1st, 2019

So, whadda ya’ get when you cross a 700hp Corvette ZR1 with a McLaren 570S? How about an uncontrollable desire to see which one is faster? Lining up these two beautiful examples of automotive engineering seems as natural birds and bees. The test of the night is roll racing from the highways of Mexico. There are a pack of rabid ‘Vettes on hand, several modified Mustangs, a high-powered Cadillac CTS-V and – don’t forget – the exotic McLaren. This is going to be a hoot! The action heats up with a 700hp ZR1 (supercharged 6.2-liter) on the left and a Read More

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