With the 2020 Corvette C8 arriving at dealerships, we thought now would be a good time to check out its competition.
While there’s nothing quite like the mid-engine Corvette, there are a number of other models on either side of its $59,995 base price.
Toyota GR Supra 3.0
On the sports car side, there’s the newly upgraded 2021 Toyota GR Supra which features a more powerful turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder engine with 382 hp (285 kW / 387 PS) and 368 lb-ft (498 Nm) of torque. That’s a significant increase from the 2020 model, but it’s still far less than the Corvette’s 6.2-liter V8 that pumps out 490 hp (365 kW / 497 PS) and 465 lb-ft (630 Nm) of torque.
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The cars weigh about the same as the Corvette tips the scales at 3,366 lbs (1,527 kg) which is slightly less than the Supra 3.0’s 3,400 lbs (1,542 kg). Thanks to the combination of more power and less weight, the Corvette rockets from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 3.0 seconds. The Supra accomplishes the same task 0.9 seconds later.
Of course, the 2021 Supra 3.0 should be significantly cheaper than the Corvette as the current model starts at $50,945 and can be well equipped for less than $55,000.
Porsche 718 Cayman 2.0T
The Supra was designed to compete with the Porsche 718 Cayman and that model also costs about as much as the Corvette. However, the Cayman is at a huge power disadvantage as it uses a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder boxer engine that develops 296 hp (220 kW / 300 PS) and 280 lb-ft (380 Nm) of torque.
Given the lack of power, it’s not surprising the car is a relative slowpoke as the dash to 60 mph (96 km/h) takes 4.9 seconds. However, that’s with the six-speed manual transmission which is something the Corvette and Supra don’t offer. The optional PDK gearbox cuts the time to 4.7 seconds, while adding the Sport Chrono Package and the PDK reduces the time to 4.5 seconds.
Like many other Porsches, the Cayman isn’t exactly value priced as the model starts at $58,850. That makes the car a bit of a hard sell, unless you’re dead set on a ‘cheap’ Porsche coupe.
Ford Mustang Shelby GT350
If you’re willing to spend a little more than the Corvette, there are three interesting competitors from the Motor City. The first is the Ford Mustang Shelby GT350 which starts at $61,635.
It features a 5.2-liter flat plane crank V8 engine that develops 526 hp (392 kW / 533 PS) and 429 lb-ft (581 Nm) of torque. It’s paired exclusively to a six-speed manual transmission which allows the pony car to run from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in 4.1 seconds.
Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat
Of course, if you want power look no further than the Dodge Challenger SRT Hellcat. While the model has been overshadowed by the Hellcat Redeye, the base Hellcat is still pretty impressive as it features a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 with 717 hp (535 kW / 727 PS) and 656 lb-ft (889 Nm) of torque.
This enables the rear-wheel drive muscle car to run from 0-60 mph (0-96 km/h) in approximately 3.5 seconds and run the quarter mile in 11.2 seconds at 125 mph (201 km/h). The $62,440 Hellcat can also hit 199 mph (320 km/h) and be equipped with either a six-speed manual or an eight-speed automatic.
Chevrolet Camaro ZL1
Of course, Chevrolet also offers the Camaro ZL1 which starts at $64,695. It uses a supercharged 6.2-liter V8 that produces 650 hp (485 kW / 659 PS) and 650 lb-ft (880 Nm) of torque.
It can be paired to either a six-speed manual or an optional 10-speed automatic. When connected to the latter, the model rockets to 60 mph (96 km/h) in just 3.5 seconds.
BMW M2 Competition
The BMW is kind of a last minute addition (thanks John!). One of the darlings of automotive journalists these days is the M2 Competition, which is arguably, BMW’s most entertaining model for enthusiast drivers – and yes, that includes the M3 and M4. In its updated ‘Competition’ form, it can be had in the States from $58,900 plus a $995 destination fee for a total $59,895.
Power comes from the M4’s slightly de-tuned S55 twin-turbo inline-six with 405 hp and 406 lb-ft of torque transferred to the rear axle via a 6-speed manual or the $2,900 optional and quick-shifting seven-speed dual-clutch automatic. With the former, the M2 Competition hits 60mph (96km/h) in 4.2 sec and the latter, in 4 seconds flat.
So with all that in mind, which one would you choose?
Note: Prices include destination fees and gas guzzler tax
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