Even with traction problems, this stock 2007 Corvette Z06 still beats the worked-over boosted Bimmer.
This Kill Story was originally shared to the forum by “Prototype007” from the YouTube channel of kystreets and it features a high-speed roll race between a 2009 BMW 335i and a 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06. Thanks to some upgrades for the BMW, the race is much closer than you might expect, but the ‘Vette still gets the late win.
The Competitors
This video showcases a stock 2007 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 with Nitto NT05R drag radial tires taking on a modified 2009 BMW 335i. As we all know, the C6 Z06 is powered by the 7.0-liter LS7 engine, delivering 505 horsepower and 470 lb-ft of torque. The stock 2009 335i comes with just 300 horsepower and 300 lb-ft of torque from a twin turbocharged 3.0-liter. In stock form, this Corvette would slaughter this BMW, but this Bimmer isn’t stock.
The 3-Series has unspecified “bolt-ons” and a tune. That said, the BMW N54 engine is very receptive to modifications. A full exhaust, with catless downpipes, a big intercooler, some Ethanol and a good tune will have them well above 400 wheel horsepower. That said, whatever this Bimmer has going on is enough to afford this BMW the power to hold the Corvette off for much of this long highway run.
The Race
The BMW and C6 Z06 race from 20 to 120, with the 335i getting the hit. The BMW hops out to an early lead as we see the Corvette wiggle around on the street, struggling to get grip even with the drag radial tires. Initially, the BMW appears to be widening the gap when the Corvette gets traction and begins to close. However, a few seconds before both cars lift, the LS7-powered Chevy goes blasting past the twin-turbo BMW, taking the win after essentially giving the 335i a big head start.
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