Come on hotrod....be for real! The only thing close between a Vette and a Z is the weight. Now it doesn't take a rocket scientist to compare hp and tq outputs between a six and an eight cylinder motor to figure out the performance difference. If you want to be different, get a Nismo and twin turbo it and then you can run with the big boys all while saving some money doing it. If you want power out of the box then lay down some serious shells and move on.