The Chevrolet Corvette C5 is a sports car and the fifth generation car manufactured by Chevrolet between the years 1997-2004.

During the first launched in 1997, hatchback coupe was available and later, trunk was available from the year 1998. The 1998 models also took part in the Indianapolis 500 mile race. Later on, the C5 models also took part in the 2002 and 2004 Indianapolis 500 mile race.

The C5 consists of a 5.7 L LS1 V8 engine with 4-speed automatic and 6-speed manual transmissions. The engine delivers an output power of 345 hp which was later increased to 350 hp in the year 2001. The interiors are designed with plastic and leather.

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Specifications for the XK150 3.4

Special Editions

Indianapolis 500 Pace Car
In the year 1998, a new edition of the C5 has been introduced which would take part in the Indianapolis 500 mile race. The car was painted in Radar Blue color and the interiors and wheels are painted in yellow and black colors. The car also consists of an active handling system, sound system, CD player, AM/Fm radio, adjustable leather sport seats and air conditioning system.

50th Anniversary Edition
This edition was launched in the year 2003, marking the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Corvette production. The car was available in both hatchback coupe and convertible models.

Over the years, a total of 248,715 cars were manufactured and each year, there are improvements

1997
A new LS1 engine has been introduced.

1998
Active Handling System was introduced and a special edition of C5 has been launched for the participation in the Indianapolis 500 mile race.

1999
Hardtop coupe was offered.

2000
Stylish alloy wheels made its debut.

2001
Second Generation Active Handling System has been introduced and 5 hp increase in the engine power.

2002: –
20 hp increase in the engine power

2003
50th Anniversary Edition was launched.

2004
All the cars manufactured in this year contained the specifications that were used in the “24 Hours of Le Mans” race.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – sports car
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 5.7 L LS1 V8
Horsepower: – 350 hp
Transmission: – 4-speed automatic and 6-speed Manual
Wheelbase: – 104.5 in
Length: – 179.7 in
Width: – 73.6 in
Height: – 47.7 in
Weight: – 3,300 lb

The Chevrolet Corvette C5 Z06 is a high performance car manufactured by Chevrolet between the years 2001-2004. The C5 Z06 made its debut in the year 2001 as the predecessor of C4 ZR-1

Engine
The Z06 contains a 5.7 L LS6 V8 engine with 6-speed manual transmission that delivers 12% more output compared to the previous LS1 engine. It produces an output power of 405 hp at 6000 rpm and delivers 400 lb-ft torque at 4800 rpm. The engine also makes use of aluminum block for allowing better breathing.

LS1 pistons have been used in the engine which is more durable and stronger. The cylinder heads have been shed with combustion chambers that provide a better compression ratio and results in increased thermal efficiency, power and volumetric efficiency.

Sensors:
Yaw-Rate Sensor
This sensor is situated in the center console which makes use of couple of tuning forks in calculating the vehicles center of gravity. This information is fed to cars processor and the yaw rate is being contrast with the steering angle.

Steering Angle Sensor
This sensor is situated in the steering wheel column. The sensor examines the steering inputs and corresponds with the steering wheel angle; the system is very accurate with a single change in degree.

Lateral Acceleration Sensor
This sensor is situated below the traveler’s seat and calculates the centrifugal force during the turns.

Suspension
The FE4 suspension has been used, which has been specially designed for the Z06. It makes use of front stabilizer bar, shock calibrations and rear leaf spring.

Wheels and tires
A wider wheels and tires are used in the Z06 for better gripping. The wheels are painted in gray metallic which uses red brake calipers and contains “crossed flags” emblem in the center cap of the rim. The “Goodyear” tires are used which are specially designed for the Z06. These types of tires are used in the high performance vehicles and can be seen in the Ford GT.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – hardtop car, with two doors
Configuration: – Front Engine
Engine: – 5.7 L LS6 V8
Torque: – 400 lb-ft@ 4800 rpm
Horsepower: – 405 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Transmission: – 6-speed Manual
Wheelbase: – 104.5 in
Length: – 179.7 in
Width: – 73.6 in
Height: – 47.7 in
Weight: – 3,115 lb
0-60 mph: – 3.9 sec
0-100mph: – 9.2 sec
Top speed: – 186 mph

The Chevrolet Corvette C4 is a sports car and the fourth generation in the Corvettes series manufactured by Chevrolet between the years 1984-1996.

The Corvette C4 is well known for its looks where the body is made of injected molding plastics. It also contains electronic dashboard that displays speed and RPM and brakes with aluminum calipers. The very first Corvette C4 contained an L83 V8 engine with 4+3 manual transmission that delivered an output power of 205 hp and 290 lb-ft torque.

In the year 1989, 4-speed manual transmission was used, which was linked with automatic overdrive on the first three gears. Later in 1992, ZF 6-speed manual transmission was introduced and in that year, the LT4 engine was placed, which delivered an output power of 330 hp.

Different types of Corvette C4

B2K Callaway Twin-Turbo
The B2K Callaway Twin-Turbo was launched in the year 1987, which is considered one of Chevrolet’s most technically advanced and high performance car. The early cars delivered an output power of 345 hp and 450 lb-ft torque and the next version cars delivered an output power of 345 hp and 450 lb-ft torque.

A version of this car called the Calloway Sledgehammer Corvette, which was limited to one car, delivered a record output power of 880 bhp and a record speed of 254.76 mph at the Ohio’s Transportation Research Center track. Although this speed was never achieved on regular street and was never officially documented.

ZR1
The ZR1 consisted of an LT5 V8 engine along with 32 valves and four overhead camshafts and delivered an output power of 375 hp. The car consisted of modified steering and braking systems and ensured perfect driving control. The car also set seven international records for its speed at different races. The ZR1 reaches the speed of 60 mph in 4.6 seconds with top speed of 180+ mph.

ZR1 Active Suspension Prototype
This model was launched in the year 1990 which includes the active hydraulic suspension specially designed for this car. A total of 25 cars have been manufactured in this model.

Specifications

Vehicle Type: – 2 door coupe and convertible
Engine: – 5.7 L L83 V8, 5.7 L L98 V8, 5.7 L LT1 V8 and 5.7 L LT4 V8
Transmission: – 4-speed automatic, 4+3 manual and 6-speed Manual
Wheelbase: – 96.2 in
Length: – 4,480 in 1984-1989, 4,540 in 1990-1992 and 4,530 in 1993-1996
Width: – 1,880 mm in 1984-1992 and 1,800 in 1993-1996
Height: – 1,190 mm in 1984-1992, 1,180 mm in 1993-1996
Weight: – 3,239 lb

Edo Karabegovic, the man responsible for tuning some of the most amazing and fast cars that have ever been made, after focusing his eyes and pockets on brands such as Porsche and Ferrari, has now concentrated his attention on the new Ford GT.
Everything about Edo Ford GT screams excellence and screams exclusivist super car. Starting with the 5.4 liter V8, supercharged, with 610 hp@ 6500/min and 590 pound-feet of torque. The new car is of course a 2 seated, rear engine which can accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in less than 3.7 seconds (3.9 series). It can reach top speed of 211 miles/h.
Performances have been risen up to 60 HP with the new sport catalyst 200 cell with electronic tuning and with all the work being controlled by dyno running. You can also find a back box, stainless, with a flap system, and the new stainless tail pipes. Among other modifications, we can mention: 3carbon fire engine bay paneling, the special rear wing, an independently adjustable dumping technology rebound and compression dumping.The exhaust system loudness is adjustable, as are the colors and design of the wheels available in many styles.The tire air pressure control system will show at any time the pressure and

The Porsche 906 is a racing car manufactured by Porsche in the year 1966.

The Porsche 906 is the successor of Porsche 904, which was designed by Ferdinand Karl Piech, a German automobile engineer. The steel structure has been replaced in the Porsche 906, whereas fiberglass has been used in the Porsche 904 which resulted in 113 kg lesser than the Porsche 904.

The Porsche 906 consists of a 6-cylinder light weight racing engine which delivers an output power of 220 hp. During the hill climbing events, the 8-cylinder engine has been used in the Porsche 906 in order to compete with the Ferrari Dino.

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The Porsche 906 has been tested in a wind tunnel where it reached the maximum speed of 170 mph, which is also the fastest speed for a 2-liter engine car. In the year 1966, the Porsche 906 made its debut in the 24 Hours of Daytona which finished in the fourth place. It also participated in the 12 Hours of Sebring where it finished in the fourth place.

The spare suspensions and 15 inch wheels manufactured in advance for the Porsche 904 has been used in the Porsche 906 for saving the money. However 13 inch wheels have been used during the formula one race.

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