There's nothing to doubt. Keep in mind, I'm not talking lap times, I'm talking straight-on acceleration. The C6 posts faster trap-speeds in the 1/4 mile than the 997S in every publication that has tested them both. Trap speed is a stronger indicator of power/weight than elapsed time.

Besides, the bottom line is that both cars weigh about the same, but the Corvette has 45 more h.p. and a ton more torque over a broader range. Unless you're saying the Porsche is helped along by a "higher power", I'm not sure what basis any debate would have.

Dig into your Sport Auto, and you'll see that after 50 kph, the Porsche begins losing ground and struggles to maintain its lead after 150 kph.