Having seen part or the brakes and suspension work, I can say it going to be one mean machine. If the powertrain difference is similar with the current V-series, I would say at least a 185-200 hp jump. We were not allowed to crawl under it, so all we could see was by squatting on our heels to see. However, if you look under a base and V-series CTS, you will see where this machine is heading. As for the C^ vs XLR-V, I think the differences will still be in the superior ride and handling charachteristics of the XLR. Since the production of the V-series is supposed to be approximately 10 percent of the regular production numbers, the other factor will be more limited supply. Since the northstar has been used in Indy car racing before, I think you will see more of that technology in the XLR than in the vette. Just a guess.