DRAG RACE! What Happens When An All-New BMW X5M Goes Head-To-Head With A Chevrolet Corvette ZR1?

Having recently been behind the wheel of the all-new BMW X5M, I have to say that it is one seriously fast sport-utility vehicle. Also keep in mind that the X5 is not a small SUV by any means. This thing is HUGE.

BUT, can it take on a Chevrolet Corvette ZR1?

That's a mighty tall hill to climb. After all, the C6 ZR1 is a purpose-built sports car with carbon fiber bits, over 600 horsepower at its disposal and a huge weight advantage. Seems like, on paper, it should be a HUGE win for the 'Vette. Keep in mind this assumes the C6 driver utilizes launch control and doesn't screw up their shifting.

The BMW benefits from all-wheel drive, launch control and some staggeringly fast shifts via the X5M's transmission. Oh, and don't forget the low-down torque thanks to the turbos.

So, who wins? I'll let you find out...

**Please note: the X5M is listed as an Evotech — who knows what mods it may have, they're not listed

BMW X5M F85 Evotech vs Chevrolet Corvette ZR1 - Unlim 500+ 30.31.05.2015

TheSteve - 6/4/2015 11:33:09 AM

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My vehicle and I spend all our time on public roads. We've never been clocked on a drag strip. We've never done The Ring. I don't race people at lights. I don't do burnouts, I don't smoke my tires.

I mention this to highlight that an X5 vs 'Vette drag race isn't relevant to me, or to most drivers. Mind you, to someone who buys a vehicle in the hope of buying some "street cred," this might be a big deal.

Steve's thought for they day: Get what inspires you and what you can afford. Be happy with your decision. Enjoy! What other people think of you, and what they do, is not your business.

valhallakey - 6/4/2015 3:00:05 PM

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Interesting results.. I would have thought the Vette would have been a tad slower off the line but should have caught up quick… Agree with the Steve as far as getting what inspires you etc… but I still like motor sports and have participated in number of different types of motorcycle and car racing including some drag races eons ago at a track in TX called Green Valley between Dallas and Ft Worth… I think there are some McMansions there now. Just sold my 70 Vette and have a RR Evoque which has impressed me with the quality overall and quite entertaining off road abilities… although not as capable as the Discovery or bigger RRs it will certainly go a lot further than most of it's peers…although most of its peers are probably not purchased to go off road either. Right size, really nice handling (can remind me of a hot hatch at times with the perf mode on), good mileage, quality interior, good looking exterior to my eyes and good build (so far). A long way from a 70 Z/28 at Green Valley...