Meanwhile, Jesse Iwuji, an officer in the US Navy and a NASCAR Xfinity Series racer, owns the bone-stock Corvette Z06. Fresh off the production line, the Corvette boasts a 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V8 engine, delivering 670 hp at the crank and around 617 to the rear wheels.
The American supercar – with its stock adjustable coilovers, forged wheels, and valved exhaust with different driving modes, including the Z button – is honed for track showdowns. However, we all know it’s hot enough to set the quarter mile ablaze.
The Z06 has a major disadvantage over the Golf GTI, though – it’s heavier by 850 pounds, which could affect any race’s outcome.
Place your bets.
