https://www.youtube.com/embed/b0uOAn9AHYs
How much faster does the Z51 Performance Package make the Chevrolet C8 Corvette on track? And is that extra speed worth the price bump?
We took a Z51-equipped C8 to our official test track, the Florida International Rally & Motorsport Park, to find out.
Interesting Information. I wish that when doing on track testing, you would do an uninterrupted, unedited, non talking in car hot lap with the camera placed to the right and right behind your head. I wish NASCAR would also. 
With admittedly different tires how much validity can all of the data and conclusions be other than acceleration out of a corner?
I remember when Chevy promised to deliver this car for $50k.... oh the memories.
In reply to AnthonyGS (Forum Supporter) :
It was $60k, and they did, two years ago, for the base model
popscotty said:With admittedly different tires how much validity can all of the data and conclusions be other than acceleration out of a corner?
Even the acceleration out of corners could be attributed to tires, at least in part.
VolvoHeretic said:Interesting Information. I wish that when doing on track testing, you would do an uninterrupted, unedited, non talking in car hot lap with the camera placed to the right and right behind your head. I wish NASCAR would also.
Quoted for truth. This can not be stated enough. The last video had the same problem.
The cars can frequently speak for themselves, please let them.
But, but, but...
It's not a Miata. 
Noddaz said:But, but, but...
It's not a Miata.
You're right, it's three of them!
Persistently annoying Toyman! said:VolvoHeretic said:Interesting Information. I wish that when doing on track testing, you would do an uninterrupted, unedited, non talking in car hot lap with the camera placed to the right and right behind your head. I wish NASCAR would also.
Quoted for truth. This can not be stated enough. The last video had the same problem.
The cars can frequently speak for themselves, please let them.
Chris and I talked about it and we'll be adding these to the test videos from now on. It will probably be at the end of the video, after I sign off, but before the sponsor roll. I know a couple of you have requested an over-the-right-shoulder view for everything, but the realities of rigging that for every single car might preclude that. We can guarantee at least an out-the-windshield view, though.
JG Pasterjak said:Persistently annoying Toyman! said:VolvoHeretic said:Interesting Information. I wish that when doing on track testing, you would do an uninterrupted, unedited, non talking in car hot lap with the camera placed to the right and right behind your head. I wish NASCAR would also.
Quoted for truth. This can not be stated enough. The last video had the same problem.
The cars can frequently speak for themselves, please let them.
Chris and I talked about it and we'll be adding these to the test videos from now on. It will probably be at the end of the video, after I sign off, but before the sponsor roll. I know a couple of you have requested an over-the-right-shoulder view for everything, but the realities of rigging that for every single car might preclude that. We can guarantee at least an out-the-windshield view, though.
Yes, please! It would gain me as a viewer.
Something like I have in my Miata can be easily rigged on most cars.
It can't be that hard, I made a video of my car 12 years ago by duct taping a vhs camcorder onto a cardboard box wedged into the car. Modify an old obsolete child's safety seat secured in the passenger seat with brackets to hold the camera in the right spot and Bob's Your Uncle.
JG Pasterjak said:Persistently annoying Toyman! said:VolvoHeretic said:Interesting Information. I wish that when doing on track testing, you would do an uninterrupted, unedited, non talking in car hot lap with the camera placed to the right and right behind your head. I wish NASCAR would also.
Quoted for truth. This can not be stated enough. The last video had the same problem.
The cars can frequently speak for themselves, please let them.
Chris and I talked about it and we'll be adding these to the test videos from now on. It will probably be at the end of the video, after I sign off, but before the sponsor roll. I know a couple of you have requested an over-the-right-shoulder view for everything, but the realities of rigging that for every single car might preclude that. We can guarantee at least an out-the-windshield view, though.
You guys are awesome. Thanks!!
Suction cup to either the rear window or helmet, easy enough. Multiple suction cups if you have a heavy camera. All depends on the car though... my Supra was easy enough to fabricate a camera mount, the Miata taught me that I needed a camera with an external mic if I wanted to hear anything other than wind...
In reply to Toyman! :
Oops, I just realized that you might not have a passenger seat, sorry.
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