anyone here following the threads on the 2001 zo6 vette? here are some of
the specs being tossed around other boards - i picked through this from a
very long post:
NEW LS6 ENGINE FOR Z06
385-hp and 385 lb-ft of torque. The LS6 is the only engine available for the
Z06, and is not offered on other Corvette models.
New highcompression cylinder heads (10.5:1 vs. 10.1:1 on the LS1)
titanium exhaust system
The LS-6 engine delivers 385 hp @ 6000 rpm and 385 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm.
Unique to the Z06 is a new 6-speed transmission (M12) with more aggressive
gearing to increase torque multiplication in almost every gear and allow for
more rapid acceleration. Z06 achieves 0-60 mph in 4 seconds flat, and
quarter mile in 12 seconds.
The Z06 features a suspension system all its own - FE4. It is standard on
the Z06, not available on other Corvette models. It features a larger front
stabilizer bar, stiffer rear leaf spring and revised camber settings - all
calibrated with a bias toward maximum control during high-speed operation.
Special Z06-specific forged-aluminum wheels are an inch wider front and rear
than those used on coupes and convertible.
All told, Z06 holds the lightest test weight class position in the Corvette
lineup. It is more than 36 pounds lighter than the former C5 hardtop, and
117 pounds lighter than the coupe and convertible.
New M12 6-Speed Manual
This transmission is unique to the Z06, is the only transmission available
for that model and is not available on coupe or convertible. It has more
aggressive gearing to increase torque multiplication in most forward gears,
allowing for more rapid acceleration and more usable torque at higher
speeds. The following comparisons serve to illustrate the differences
between the M12 and MM6 (which is optional on coupe and convertible models):
Gear Ratios
LS1/MM6 LS6/M12
1st Gear 2.66:1 2.97:1
2nd Gear 1.78:1 2.07:1
3rd Gear 1.30:1 1.43:1
4th Gear 1.00:1 1.00:1
5th Gear 0.74:1 0.84:1
6th Gear 0.50:1 0.56:1
Reverse 2.90:1 3.28:1
Vehicle Speed @ Redline
LS1/MM6 LS6/M12
1st Gear 51 48
2nd Gear 76 69
3rd Gear 104 100
4th Gear 136 143
5th Gear 175 171
6th Gear N/A N/A
Reverse – –
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