In case you're thinking WTF is a flat plane crank....
July 19, 2021, 01:33 PM
SIG4EVA
I can't wait!
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July 19, 2021, 01:45 PM
P250UA5
Engine note sounds very Euro. Sounds amazing. Going to be big $$$ I'm sure. Then, even more for the ZR1, and crazy $$$ if the Zora tops the ZR1 on the Vette totem pole.
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July 19, 2021, 02:35 PM
dgshooter
I was afraid it was going to be electric.
July 19, 2021, 02:53 PM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by dgshooter: I was afraid it was going to be electric.
I recall a screenshot of the Vette planning & the top tier Vettes would have hybrid assist. Can't remember if that was just the Zora, or if that included the ZR1 as well.
Edit: Found it N/A for the Stingray & GS FPC for the Z06 Turbo for ZR1 N/A Hybrid for the ERay Turbo Hybrid for Zora
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July 19, 2021, 02:54 PM
1s1k
Not a fan of the FPC sound at anything other than full throttle, then it sounds awesome. I hate the one in the Mustang as well.
I much prefer large cubic inch pushrods when driving around on the street. If I was on the track though sign me up.
July 19, 2021, 04:05 PM
Silent
Very interesting. Thank you for posting this.
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July 19, 2021, 04:26 PM
gearhounds
1000 hp/1000 ft lbs of torque? What a monster!
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July 19, 2021, 05:35 PM
Lt CHEG
I really might be interested in a C8 Corvette at some point in the future. I loved driving the Ford GT350 around the track at Lime Rock Park and fell in love with the sound of the flat plane crank. The interior on the C8 still lags German and Japanese luxury makers but it's a definite improvement over the C7. A flat plan crank, mid engine, C8 with a dual clutch and a decent interior might convince me to spend 6 figures on something from an American manufacturer. This was a pleasant surprise.
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July 19, 2021, 05:41 PM
Black92LX
Going to be sweet. My buddy is #3 in line for his locally.
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July 19, 2021, 06:01 PM
Lefty Sig
How is C8 reliability so far?
July 19, 2021, 06:19 PM
got2hav1
I had a 30-35 minute ride in a '21 C8 this weekend. Torch Red hard top convertible with the Z51 suspension package. My friend who bought the car ordered it 7 months ago and just took delivery. I didn't get to drive but I was really impressed with the mid engine car. I have had 6 Vettes and still own a C6Z06, the interior is miles ahead of the previous cars and the ride is very nice for a sports car. Lots of leg room and seats that hold you in place, which has always been a complaint in the prior Vettes. You could comfortable daily drive the C8. As far as reliability, sounds like there are some teething problems but expected with an all new high tech design.
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July 19, 2021, 07:58 PM
pbramlett
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July 19, 2021, 08:02 PM
1s1k
quote:
Originally posted by gearhounds: 1000 hp/1000 ft lbs of torque? What a monster!
Not a chance. The upcoming ZR1 possibly.
July 19, 2021, 08:11 PM
P250UA5
quote:
Originally posted by 1s1k:
quote:
Originally posted by gearhounds: 1000 hp/1000 ft lbs of torque? What a monster!
Not a chance. The upcoming ZR1 possibly.
Pretty sure he's referring to the Zora, from the specs image above.
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July 19, 2021, 08:14 PM
Orguss
To paraphrase the great Kanye West: "I'm happy for you and I'ma let you finish, but the Shelby GT350 had the best American flat plane crank sound of all time!"
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July 19, 2021, 10:55 PM
jigray3
When discussing the flat plane crank the video above states one disadvantage "at least traditionally," is "reduced engine life". They never elaborate on that point.
Do we expect a flat plane crank to impact engine life in the new vette, or is it somehow non-traditional?
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July 19, 2021, 11:37 PM
1s1k
I think you traditionally it was an unbalanced engine which has probably been figured out by now.
July 20, 2021, 12:53 AM
xmod
High hp flat plane crank engines burn lots of oil.
July 20, 2021, 05:31 AM
Scooter123
IMO flat plane V8's sound like a 4 cylinder revving a bit higher. If it's going to sound like a 4 banger I prefer the one in my Fiesta ST, driven gently it will get 35 mpg in the City.
