GT3 VS Z06

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stentech1 wrote:

We have a member in RTR club that tried every pad possible (c6 zo6)But eventually put a stop tech kit on the car. No matter what pad / fliud combo he ran they did not work properly for an entire session. The c5 zo6 brakes don't seem to be as much of a problembut the cars are also not as fast. As for driving a vet yes I have driven them and own one that makes 693 rwhp. I find it entertaining to hit bumps in the car and see how many different directions the hood fenders and dash go at the same time.

These cars are the best bang for the buck if you look at the numbers but I would rather buy a car that has true driver feed back and a build the quality level of a Porsche. My Vett does not communicate from a sensory standpoint like the 911s and I feel would make it difficult more difficult to drive.

I agree with you. Most Vette owner would rather cruise the Blvd., than go to the track (and that include Z06 owners). GM looks to the Vette as a halo car that turns a nice profit. To improve the Vette's track ability, and build quality would drive up its price, and take it out of the hands of those who made it an icon. Most Vette owners are more concerned about 0-60, than feedback, or handling.

Most Porsche owners would rather cruise the Blvd, than go the track. However, Porsche appeals to a different demographic. As a percentage there are more Porsche owners who participate in High Performance Driving, be it AX, DE, or racing. Porsche is a more popular manufacturer (based on new car sales) than it has ever been. 911 cabs far outsell coupes, and the popularity of tiptronic is increasing.

I appreciate both cars for what they are, similar in some ways, but different in others.