I have never driven a C6 nor a C7, reality is I could not afford one so why bother. I am happy with the design and performance of my C5Z, like others I still look over my shoulder at it when walking away. The last Corvette I drove prior to buying mine was a 73 with a 454. I did not drive this one either before buying, just went in a bought it.
Not wild about the front end but the rear end, which so many do not care for, is too me the best styling point of the car. Reminds me of the old Can Am cars, not too shabby in my mind.
Interesting article, thanks for posting.