2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 supercar
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1: 638 hp confirmed!
GM’s new LS9 6.2-liter supercharged V8 engine has been officially certified by SAE as having a maximum power output of impressive 638 hp and peak torque of 819 Nm (604 lb-ft).
Delivering almost 103 hp per liter, the supercharged LS9 is the most powerful engine ever installed by GM in a production vehicle. In the 2009 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 supercar, that is.
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 supercar
With so much power available under the hood, the ZR1 will have a speed limit in excess of 200 mph.
What is even more wonderful is that the car will be the most fuel-efficient vehicle with an over 600 hp capable engine when it comes to market in the middle of the year.
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (interior)
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (under the hood)
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (GM's LS9 supercharged V8 engine, cutout)
2008 Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 (supercharger)
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