ZR1 may be the ultimate expression of the Corvette, but here's why the original '70s ZR1 is still the coolest of the breed.

The year is 1953 and monumental events that would go on to shape our world are coming to pass. The Korean War has ended, Mt. Everest has been summited for the very first time, and Stalin has died. But it's an entirely different kind of event that's flown under the radar and ultimately reshaped the auto industry as we know it.

For decades, Corvette and Ferrari have been legendary rivals in the world of high-performance automobiles. Now, both iconic brands are pushing the boundaries of speed and technology with their latest supercar models.