https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmrPPBrZZ7c

If you are looking for supercar peformance on a budget, look no farther than the 2015 Z06 (or any Z06, for that matter – but especially the 2015 Z06). This new Z outperforms the C6 ZR1 in a straight line, and competes with the 458 Italia in the twisties.

What’s really interesting here is that Tommy had the transmission in manual shift mode, and laid down a faster lap than the other two pro drivers at the press event, who both used auto mode. Also note the minimal delay from paddle click to the actual shift, less than half a second there, assuming everything in the video is properly synced up. DCT-quick, just like GM claimed it to be. Point being: hurry up with that proper DCT, GM – the Corvette owners deserve it.

Regardless, we can’t wait to see some official lap times from the ‘Ring, but until then – this video above will quench your thirst. This car is amazing.