What Is a Z06 Corvette?

RPO Z06 is the European Commemorative Edition Performance Package for the Z16. Z-06 included the heavy duty drum brake package, HD suspension, knock-off wheels (which were never delivered in '63), and the 36.5 gallon fuel tank. Fuel injection, four-speed transmission, and rear axle were mandatory options.

What is the Z06 package?

The available Z07 package add larger winglets to the front splitter, along with an adjustable, see-through center section on the rear spoiler for track use. With this package, the Corvette Z06 delivers the most aerodynamic downforce of any production car that GM has tested.

What makes a Corvette a Z06?

The 2016 Z06 is based on the 2016 Stingray design, but adds a slightly wider frame and tires, making the 2016 Corvette an even more aerodynamic vehicle. It's clear to see that since the Z06 was created by Duntov that it's only gotten better. Each generation of the Corvette got lighter as the horsepower got bigger.

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.