drove my first american car today

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I've instructed in a couple of C4 Vettes over the years. Lots of Torque/Power but ****************ty brakes.

I've instructed in a few C5 vettes. Much better than the C4s. Better brakes (but still not "porsche" brakes, better handling, sterring feel and shifting.

Haven't driven a C6 Vette, or a Z06, but they can only be better overall.

One feature I truly hate on the Vettes is the 1-4 shift lock out. Unless you really mash the pedal in first, the computer makes you upshift to 4th instead of second. On the other hand, the motors have so much torque that on the street its hardly an issue, but an annoyance on the track.

For me though, they (vettes) just don't do it. Too big (wide, heavy) and none of the delicate balance and feel that my Porsches have spoiled me for. The new regular C6's have so much performance potential, that it takes a skilled driver to feel comfortable at their limits. Yes, they are faster than your Boxster and may cost about the same. Not sure they are better.. just different!