Rascal

Ever since Car and Driver gave such a direct comparison to the performance of the Corvette, with the 55 being slightly faster, have you had the opportunity on the track (or elsewhere) to compete against one? Any experiences of mutual respect?

I must confess, I was looking at getting a C6 until vetoed by the wife. We had a C4, and she is done with Corvettes. Since then, we've enjoyed an SL500 and E500, so she OK'd the 55.

Deuce

I went against a C5. And yes I did beat it. SLK 55 AMG. The C6 has a better 1/4 mile by .1 seconds,,, so on a straight way it could go both ways....,,,, but on a track, I believe the SLK 55 AMG will beat the C6 because it has better turning and handling...

I am not saying the c6 does not have any handling, the SLK 55 AMG has it more.

Good question!

vraa

SLK55 > C6 in handling?
Was it a Z51 C6 or stock?

I've driven a Z51 C6 back to back to back with a BoxsterS and the SLK55 and the Vette just mutilated it. It felt perfect.

The SLK55 though, I'd still pick in the end, felt the most complete. Stigma comes with all those cars, and the SLK55 was the one that pleased me the most.

Plus, you cannot argue with a hardtop convert!

Yellow R1

The SLK55 runs a 12.7 1/4. the manual C6 Coupe ran a 12.8...albeit at a faster trap. They are pretty evenly matched in stright line performance. However, if the C6 has an auto or is Vert, it will get pulled.

I believe the C6 Coupe is a better overall handling vehicle than the SLK55. It has a higher lateral G load, weighs a bit less, but may not be as tossable due to its larger size (after my test drive - this is my impression - although I could not wring the C6 out with the Sales guy next to me ). The SLK55 likely has the edge in handling to a C6 vert, just not the Coupe. Overall, C5 & C6 Vettes have always handled very well.

-Matt

blkslk55

i had an encounter with a c5. check out "kill stories" form about a month ago, i wrote all about the kill.

ScottsC55

I have a Z06 if anyone wants to to give it a try...

WayneE

Trouble maker!!!

ScottsC55

It is a vette...

WayneE

I have one of those slow things, too. It has this little whistling thingie on it, though...

ScottsC55

Yes.... Mine has this funny thing that makes the car idle funny, and some kind of laughing gas dispenser in the trunk...

WayneE

How's the C55 treating you, Scott?

(sorry for the off-topic stuff, R171 guys)

E500C70

I assume you've all seen this video.

http://www.omardesigns.com/swalif.wmv

vraa

Very cool video.
But old Vette

TEAShea

I have a C6 with the Z51 package. This is my first Corvette and I am impressed. The performance is terrific. The interior is not nearly a match for the SLK55 and I also prefer the SLK55 exterior styling. As far as performance goes, I suspect that the C6 would significantly outperform an SLK55. I cannot tell for sure since my SLK55 will not be built for another three weeks. I will post my comparison comments after I receive my SLK55.

TEAShea
from Nebraska

blkslk55

matt, the vettes can't come close to the set-up of the slk55. i raced a c5, the guy almost lost it trying to keep up with me through truns. the c6 will be somewhat better, i would love to go head to head with one. i guess i will have to wait.

Yellow R1

The C5 driver can't drive? I'm telling ya, C5 & C6 Coupes handle very well. The Z06 is nearly untouchable on a race course. I track my modded RX-7 @ Laguna Seca (have not taken out the SLK55 yet) & I am telling you Vettes handle VERY well. I'll take my SLK55 out soon but I'll tell ya, its likely not going to pull any C6 or C6 Vettes through the corners (my RX-7 can, but its not the SLK55).

C5 & C6 Vettes have a near 50/50 weight distribution, have more tire, weigh less, and with a competent driver, will likely edge out an SLK55 in cornering. Z06's are even more nasty - they are unreal on a track (pretty close to my RX-7 in handling).

See ya,
-Matt

ScottsC55

Ya I tracked my Z06 quite a few times. I ahve a few videos taken at lime rock passing GT3's. The car handles amazing.

C55 is great. So far (10,000 miles in) no troubles. Am gettign the Ipod intergration kit soon.

Yellow R1

Yup. Having 405 Hp, great handling, & good braking in a car for $50k is a an excellent performance bargain. I just think GM should spend another $3k in the dash & door materials (it would then be darn near perfect!).

See ya,
-Matt

Lowflight

Nice Procharger

WayneE

It's a Vortech SQ, but thanks

blk03cl55

My wife encountered one the other day on her way home. She jumped it and the Vette jumped it and the Vette SMOKED her, VERY BADLY. I witnessed it since I was the one driving the vette. It is a 2004 C5 Z06 with a couple mods, including an A&A Procharger. It puts down 554 RWHP, but will have 800 soon!

Yellow R1

No fair, it was a blown Z06!

I'm pulling the trigger on the Kleeman blower & should have it installed by October. If you ever come up here, I'll run you - should be a good time (at least until you get 800 RWHP ).

Killing your wife, that ain't cool man!

See ya,
-Matt

blk03cl55

Yup, she did not think it was too cool either. I would have had to run into the house to avoid getting beat down by her when I got home, but I beat her so bad, I was able to casually stroll in.

pinoyamg

For any of the current Vette owners here, anyone on the list for the new Z06 or the 600hp version thats in the works?

Yellow R1

The new Z06 will have 500 Hp, 475 ft lbs of torque. The "Blue Devil" will have 700 - 750 Hp.....nasty fast indeed.


Blk03CL5,

Pretty funny pal!

-Matt