With an MSRP of just under $60,000 for the coupe and supercar-rivalling performance, not to mention good looks combined with a mid-engine and rear-wheel drive layout, the new generation of the Corvette is a lot of car for the money.
Its 6.2-liter LT2 V8 develops up to 495 HP (502 PS / 369 kW) and 470 lb-ft (637 Nm) of torque, for a 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) of under 3 seconds and a 194 mph (312 km/h) top speed. In this case, it is equipped with Hennessey’s exhaust system that shaves around 10 lbs (5 kg), while also adding 21 HP (21 PS / 16 kW) and 19 lb-ft (26 Nm), for a total of 516 HP (523 PS / 385 kW) and 489 lb-ft (663 Nm).
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Lining up at the start line next to it is the Jeep Grand Cherokee Trackhawk. A big bad wolf disguised as a family SUV, it couldn’t care less about some of the more expensive high-riders out there, like the Lamborghini Urus, as it has enough grunt to run freely with them. The 6.2-liter supercharged V8 produces a stunning 707 HP (717 PS / 527 kW) and 645 lb-ft (875 Nm) of torque. From nought to 60 mph (0-96 km/h), it is half a second slower than the ‘Vette, and it maxes out at 180 mph (290 km/h).
The official spec sheets of the two cars reveal an 11.2-second quarter-mile time for the C8, with an exit speed of 121 mph (195 km/h), and 11.6 seconds for the Trackhawk, at 116 mph (187 km/h). Now, the Corvette holds the high ground here, but the difference is small and, as always, official numbers are one thing and real world performance another. So, think you can spot the winner? Why don’t you watch the video to see if you’ve nailed it.