This is the

REAL KING

of

THE HILL!!!

Callaway Supernatural ZRI

Twin-Turbo

Reprinted with permission from "Automotive News, March, 1999


There is no question and no argument. It has been answered. This car is the Real KING of the Hill and the whole mountain too! Every other car is just a pretender. This car has no equals' period! When we talk about fast cars, this car will not only be at the top of the list but the second place car would be so far behind that you would need a pair of binoculars to see it. The Callaway Supernatural ZRI Twin Turbo will out perform and out run all competition without even getting winded!

I know that you have heard this before when the F40 came on the seen. Then again when the Lamborghini Diablo and F50 made their street appearances. But these are just toys by comparison. This very special ZRI hits the street with 775hp @ 6250rpm and is supported by 682lbs-ft torque at 55OOrpm. These figures alone would bowl any enthusiast over but there is more to come. All of this is done with 12.7lbs boost. Please note that this motor is considered de-tune at this boost level. If quarter-mile times in the high 10-second range do not impress you, then just turn up the boost! Yes, this car is setup to run at boost levels of 18lbs safely. Horsepower figures would easily reach over the 1,000 ponies and all of this on a street car to boot. Those short trips to the local 7-11 could be done at light speed.

This super car is setup to race. Decked out with its on special roll cage, Brembo Indycar braking system, specially built blueprinted ZF six speed transmission Callaway's coil-over suspension, 18 inch magnesium wheels, and five point safety belts makes you ready for anything. Let's not forget the special light weight flywheel and high performance clutch and a 3.92 axle ratio. Did I mention that you will need a few driving lessons as well from a very good race school. But surprising this car is very docile to drive if you stay out of the turbo boost. A very normal trip to the market can be made without any driving problems. Would you like a test ride? That is a ridiculous question if I have ever heard one.

This sophisticated design and meticulous craftsmanship took two years to complete. Many special problems had to be worked out. Placement of the intercoolers was one of the key elements to the performance of this vehicle. Also a very high flow oil sump system had to be developed to help protect both the engine and turbos. As mentioned before a special blueprinted ZF 6 speed trannie had to be made to handle the massive torque and horse-power supplied by this one of a kind LT5. Lets also mention the special high flow exhaust system that was needed as well No one pays special attention like the Callaway Engineering professionals. Their Callaway history which has included the Corvette Twin Turbo and Supernatural series helped to pave the way for this wonder Vette. Their reputation for top quality and performance has yet to be matched by any other automotive after-market group in the US or in the world.

 

PERFORMANCE

0 - 60mph ---3.2 sec.

0 - 100mph ---6.2 sec.

0 - 130mph ---10.0 sec.

60 - lOOmph---3.3 sec.

60 - 140mph---8.8 sec.

Quarter Mile 10.4 sec @ 134mph

 


Here's a picture of the proud owner at his "stable" with a few of his choice champions!