The Chevrolet Corvette C7 is an evolution of its
predecessor but the next-generation model promises to be revolutionary. Set to look far more exotic and upscale than before,
the 2020 Corvette is slated to have a predominantly fiberglass body and a new
active aerodynamic system. Details are limited but the publication says the
car’s front axle lift system will serve double duty and shift the “aero center
of pressure fore and aft, depending on vehicle speed.”
Despite the revolutionary new design, the Corvette
C8 will reportedly ride on an aluminum space frame which could utilize some
carbon fiber and magnesium to save weight. Sadly, the car is still
expected to be heavier than its predecessor as it should weight over 1,587 kg.
The model is expected
to be launched with an upgraded version of the LT1 V8 engine. The 6.2-liter
engine currently produces 455 hp in the base model but the
new engine is expected to develop around 500 hp. It will
reportedly be connected exclusively to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission
which will allow the car to be faster than the C7 despite the weight gain.
Also, the Vette is
expected to receive a 5.5-liter flat-plane crank V8 engine that produces at least
600 hp. And expected too for a twin-turbo version of
the aforementioned engine. This particular variant will reportedly produce
around 800 hp.
That’s pretty impressive but the report claims
there’s an even more powerful model in the works. It will reportedly feature
the twin-turbo V8 engine as well as a 200 hp electric motor
that powers the front wheels. This could enable the all-wheel model to have a
“horsepower rating at or near the four-digit mark.”
