A 2023 C8 Corvette Stingray dominates the dragstrip, outperforming a Dodge Charger Hemi and a tuned Audi SQ5 in thrilling matchups.
The C8 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray continues to prove its mettle as a versatile performer on both the road and the track. While its more potent siblings like the Z06, E-Ray, and the upcoming twin-turbo ZR1 steal headlines with their supercar-killing credentials, the Stingray offers accessible performance that’s nothing short of impressive. Recently, the SSDracer YouTube channel showcased this crimson 2023 Stingray going head-to-head with a Dodge Charger Hemi and a tuned Audi SQ5 at Barona Dragstrip in Lakeside, California.
First up, the Stingray faced a classic American rival—a white 2020 Dodge Charger 5.7 Hemi V8 with unspecified modifications. In the first race, the Stingray left no doubt about its dominance, clocking a blistering 7.79 seconds to the Charger’s 8.86 seconds over the 1/8th-mile track. The second race was initially more competitive, with the Charger pulling ahead after launch. However, a slower gear change sealed the Charger’s fate as the Stingray surged past for another victory…