The SS does 90 MPH at 2k RPM like a sedan cruising at 55. - Page 2

cellsafemode · 05-23-2019, 09:50 AM

The v6 isn't much different. Having more than 4 gears in the transmission does wonders.

Getting 30mpg at 80mph + having a sub 6 second 0-60. modern technology is gewd.

KirkH · 05-23-2019, 09:52 AM

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Originally Posted by cbr1100xx

I had my dealer install a 60mph speed governor. But I heard 65mph is fun!!

I need to do that for when my wife drives my car!

She always be like "I looked down and I was going 95 mph. I didn't even realize it!"

GroundhogSS · 05-23-2019, 11:16 AM

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Originally Posted by RyanR623

You guys have 85mph speed zones? 70 is the highest we have here which makes your thread title dangerous for me LOL. No tickets yet though (knock on wood)

This is on a toll road near Austin. The place where Hennessey did the 202 in a Gen5 ZL1 and 220 in a twin turbo CTS-V. Most of the interstates in Texas are either 70 or 75 with a few in west Texas set at 80. Of course, "Mexico" isn't that far away.

Vtor_ZL1 · 05-23-2019, 11:27 AM

ZL1 is geared different.. even worse in ZLE. 2500 rpms at 80mph.. fun for sure.

WhyUMad1LE · 05-23-2019, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by TEST DRyVer

It's funny, because I'm reading this, and this is how you describe a Porsche. For GM to release a chassis that feels this stable at speed is beyond impressive...

My friends E46 M3 is equally stable.. but the engine spins at 4K to do 100 mph.

Wyzz Kydd · 05-23-2019, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by protovack

Hmm, i believe with the ratios 90mph is more like 2800 rpms. But i get the point

It wasn't in my 2016 SS. 90 mph was dead on 2,000 rpms. In my 2018 SS 1LE it's just above 2,000 rpms in 6th gear.

Need4Camaro · 05-23-2019, 12:04 PM

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Originally Posted by GroundhogSS

This is on a toll road near Austin. The place where Hennessey did the 202 in a Gen5 ZL1 and 220 in a twin turbo CTS-V. Most of the interstates in Texas are either 70 or 75 with a few in west Texas set at 80. Of course, "Mexico" isn't that far away.

Most of the rural interstates are 75 with San Antonio and Houston having the lower 70 - 65 MPH zones, that 65 zone between Houston and Beaumont on I-10 is ridiculous for that road. DFW lets you do 75 on I-635, the bypass, and 80 if you use the LBJ Toll Lanes on I-635.

I-10 and I-20 west of San Antonio and DFW are 80.

Whats even cooler though is these speed zones aren't restricted to just interstates or tollroads... you can get off at a local surface state road and find yourself in a 75 MPH zone, like TX 71 or U.S. 290, ect.

I love Texas. It will be hard to move back to America if i ever have to leave this state.

cellsafemode · 05-23-2019, 12:12 PM

michigan has roads with 80mph speed limits.

most states though, the speed limit is the speed that traffic is moving at. In california, if you are lucky enough to not be jammed, it's about 80mph.

It's much more likely that you'll be pulled over and ticketed for going too fast or too slow compared to the general flow of traffic than by adhering to a number on the sign. Of course if you're in Jersey or down south with an out of state license plate, you'll be pulled over regardless for doing anything not strictly adhering to the law. That includes the catch 22 rule of not obstructing the flow of traffic and not exceeding the speed limit.

RobbyBeefcake87 · 05-23-2019, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by protovack

Hmm, i believe with the ratios 90mph is more like 2800 rpms. But i get the point

Definitely not on a 6 speed SS, or regular ZL1 I imagine. 80 is under 2k for sure, I never check the rpms at 90 but I imagine they're barely over 2k.

I'd think auto's are even better.

ZED SLED · 05-23-2019, 01:02 PM

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Originally Posted by Vtor_ZL1

ZL1 is geared different.. even worse in ZLE. 2500 rpms at 80mph.. fun for sure.

Yeah, right at 2000 @80mph for my M6

MackSteelPrivateEye · 05-23-2019, 01:28 PM

The speed limit in my area is 55mph. So I shall obey all traffic laws and keep it a 55 or below. If I feel I can't maintain such self control then I shall add a tune that shuts the throttle down at 60mph. Some say I'm just too tough on myself but whatever.

TRZ06 · 05-23-2019, 01:47 PM

This also surprised the hell out of me when I first got mine. Coming from my M3 with Ohlin coilovers, the car was super composed at speed, but you felt the bumps and the speed with them.

In the SS 1LE, it is not only composed, but smooth as well. 120MPH feels the same as 70MPH. It truly is amazing how consistent the ride/composure stays as the speed increases well into triple digits.

mdhopt36 · 05-24-2019, 06:30 AM

Car loves to cruise at 1500-2000, gets good mileage too, About 65-90mph or so.

Just plain effortless, ans smiles per mile!

cbr1100xx · 05-24-2019, 11:45 AM

My A10 cruises at 80-90 like a kitten. Tap the gas and it's ready to jump.

05-23-2019, 11:27 AM	#18
Vtor_ZL1 Who Needs to KNOW? Drives: 18 ZLE Join Date: May 2018 Location: Left Side of the Moon Posts: 1,770	ZL1 is geared different.. even worse in ZLE. 2500 rpms at 80mph.. fun for sure. __________________ ing for grip. Are you in the NY/NJ/PA/CT region? Join us for autox fun at MetLife Stadium. HUGE lots, tons of runs. http://www.motorsportsne.com/

05-23-2019, 01:28 PM	#25
MackSteelPrivateEye Banned Drives: 6 on the Flo' Super Sport Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: md Posts: 1,925	The speed limit in my area is 55mph. So I shall obey all traffic laws and keep it a 55 or below. If I feel I can't maintain such self control then I shall add a tune that shuts the throttle down at 60mph. Some say I'm just too tough on myself but whatever. Last edited by MackSteelPrivateEye; 05-23-2019 at 01:33 PM. Reason: dd

05-23-2019, 01:47 PM	#26
TRZ06 Drives: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: Bay Area Posts: 2,013	This also surprised the hell out of me when I first got mine. Coming from my M3 with Ohlin coilovers, the car was super composed at speed, but you felt the bumps and the speed with them. In the SS 1LE, it is not only composed, but smooth as well. 120MPH feels the same as 70MPH. It truly is amazing how consistent the ride/composure stays as the speed increases well into triple digits. __________________ Current: 22' Porsche PDK GT4 (MCS 2-way remote dampers) Previous: 18' NFG 2SS *1LE* (ZL1 1LE solid rear cradle bushings & Corsa Exhaust) 16' F80 M3 (Ohlin R/T Coilovers) 13' Audi TTRS (APR Stage 1, MSS Springs) 09' C6 Z06 08' E90 M3 06' 335i (KW V2 Coilovers) 03' C5 Z06

05-23-2019, 09:50 AM	#15
cellsafemode Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: California Posts: 3,491	The v6 isn't much different. Having more than 4 gears in the transmission does wonders. Getting 30mpg at 80mph + having a sub 6 second 0-60. modern technology is gewd.

05-23-2019, 12:12 PM	#22
cellsafemode Drives: 2016 Camaro 1LT Join Date: Jan 2016 Location: California Posts: 3,491	michigan has roads with 80mph speed limits. most states though, the speed limit is the speed that traffic is moving at. In california, if you are lucky enough to not be jammed, it's about 80mph. It's much more likely that you'll be pulled over and ticketed for going too fast or too slow compared to the general flow of traffic than by adhering to a number on the sign. Of course if you're in Jersey or down south with an out of state license plate, you'll be pulled over regardless for doing anything not strictly adhering to the law. That includes the catch 22 rule of not obstructing the flow of traffic and not exceeding the speed limit.

05-24-2019, 06:30 AM	#27
mdhopt36 Drives: '17- 1ag37 V6 traded, for 1SS 2018! Join Date: Mar 2018 Location: MA Posts: 469	Car loves to cruise at 1500-2000, gets good mileage too, About 65-90mph or so. Just plain effortless, ans smiles per mile!

05-24-2019, 11:45 AM	#28
cbr1100xx Account Suspended Drives: '14 Jetta 1.8, '19 1SS Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 886	My A10 cruises at 80-90 like a kitten. Tap the gas and it's ready to jump.

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