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Originally Posted by GTIanZ28
I posted earlier that in some ways (all torque related) I wish that I had bought a 1SS.
I also said that I love this car as is. Realistically when I stop and look at what the 2LT/RS is as a car. It's a perfect daily driver sports coupé. I have a RWD, limited slip differential, manual transmission, 3400lb, 335 hp sports car that handles beautifully in the corners. It brakes well and does 0-60 in a bit over 5 seconds, and it hits over 100 mph in the 1/4 mi.
What's not to love with all that? This is a great car and a great drivetrain combination.
I'm watching "what's my car worth?". There is a 1967 corvette 427ci V8 that has a claimed 435 hp and it only states a 5.5 second 0-60. To think that my V6 camaro is quicker stoplight racing is crazy!
I think the RS V6 camaro has become the equal to the BMW 3 series coupé in performance.
The V6 camaro is a well balanced sports car that should be earning a lot of respect. I am starting to feel that this car will eventually get that car guy respect. Like the Nissan 240sx (silva). Once the 1LE V6 hits the circuits I think a lot of people will be surprised.
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With the V8 being relatively easy to attain, I don't think any V6 camaro (or Mustang for that matter) will ever have much of a performance car guy following. Atleast, until turbos are involved from the factory.
Also, the rating system was different in the 60's. The engines were rated at gross hp (no accessories, water pump, different headers, etc.). And since then, hp methods have been revised.