The LS9’s output is nearly 103 horses per liter, or just about 1.7 horses for each of the engine’s 376 cubic inches. It is unquestionably the most powerful automotive production engine ever manufactured by General Motors and enables the Corvette ZR1 to achieve a top speed of more than 200 mph.

The capability of the new Corvette ZR1 comes from more than just its 6.2L 638-hp LS9 supercharged V8 engine. Equally significant is a power-to-weigh ratio of 5.2 pounds per horsepower, thanks to an aluminum-frame, magnesium fixed-roof structure, visible carbon-fiber body components and carbon ceramic breaks.

The LS9 engine is hand-built by specially trained technicians at GM’s Performance Build Center in Wixom, Mich. It is a unique, small-volume engine production facility that also builds the Chevrolet Corvette Z06’s LS7 engine and other high-performance GM production engines.

“One of the most amazing things about the Corvette ZR1 is the level of refinement that our designers and engineers have attained. Even with all that power, this car has road manners that will allow our customers to enjoy it on the streets as a daily driver, and on the track,” said Chevrolet General Manager Ed Peper.

Auto industry experts praised the ZR1 for its unsurpassed power and engineering. Many, like Road and Track Magazine were blown away by its capability.

“The ZR1′s performance is so over-the-top, it’s no longer America’s sports car. It’s America’s supercar, on a level beyond reproach by all but the most exotic of machinery.” — Road and Track

Dallas-Fort Worth Chevrolet shoppers who would like the opportunity to experience the power and performance capabilities of the Corvette ZR1 should call Classic Chevy at 817-421-7290. More information on the ZR1 can also be found online at http://www.classicchevytexas.com/ .

About Classic Chevrolet

Classic Chevrolet offers a wide selection of fuel-efficient cars and trucks that are as equally stylish as they are fuel efficient. Classic Chevrolet in Texas has the largest selection of Chevy cars, including the complete line up of hybrids like the Malibu, Silverado, and Tahoe. Classic Chevrolet is the nation’s #1 volume Chevy dealership.