The standout differences between the Corvette and the Carrera, likely the two most economically matched in this lineup, aren't all that standout—they take a little bit of closer inspection. The awkward body language Sport Auto test driver Christian Gebhardt shows in the Chevy, particularly under braking, which suggests there's something less than …
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This LS3-Swapped 944 has the Right Formula
In another enthusiastic review from Roads Untraveled, we learn why pairing an American V8 with a German FR sports coupe is a wonderful idea. It blends what's wonderful about a Corvette with the great visibility, short overhangs, modest proportions, and exquisite interior of the 944. Surprisingly, these very different front-engine sports cars …
Continue to the full articleHow Much Does LS-Swapping a 911 Truly Cost?
For people tired of the M96 or want their 996 to outrun a few more cars in a straight line, the LS swap is appealing. While the swap is considered to be a cost-effective alternative for the hot rodder or the blasphemer, the custom work required to have an American V8 running smoothly in the back on a 911 can cause the conversion costs to …
Continue to the full articleIs A Mid-Engine Corvette Enough To Tempt You Away From Porsche?
The above image is a Corvette Forum rendering of the mid-engine 8th generation Corvette alleged to be launching at the 2019 Detroit show in January. The front-engine Corvette has been a mainstay of the American performance market since the 1950s, and some models have been compared favorably to contemporary 911s throughout the years. Built in …
Continue to the full articleA Porsche Fan’s Guide To The 2016 24 Hours Of Le Mans
Porsche is running four factory-backed cars at Le Mans next weekend (2 in LMP1 and 2 in LMGTE-Pro), and they'll be joined by five additional privateer-run efforts(1 in LMGTE-Pro and 4 LMGTE-Am). Porsche fans like you or I should be excited at the prospects Porsche has this year to win the whole shooting match once again. Coming off one of the most …
Continue to the full articleA New Chapter in the Old Corvette Vs 911 Battle
The Corvette Vs 911 battle has been raging since the 911 was introduced. Invariably, the newest Corvette will be endowed with more power than its contemporary 911, and the 911 will do everything else just a little bit better, and will cost more. It's always been that way, and it will almost certainly continue to be that way. Few things in life …
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