06-14-2020, 09:55 AM | #1 |
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The difference between the new LT1 and the SSes
Camaro LT Model compared to the SSes:
What are the differences? First from Chevy's vantage point every SS (and of course the ZL1s)are all intended to be level 2 trackable cars. If you own an SS you have a very capable track car. Of course few take advantage of that, but still it is cool you could track your Camaro seriously if you decided to learn those skills. The 2020 LT1 is a bit different in that it was meant to be a V8 mostly stripper to compete with the base Mustang 5.0 and R/T Challenger. Think Mustang Fox body LX 5.0 the most famous of this category, or the Firebird Formula. To start the comparison what the LT1 shares with the SS:
Next the things all SSes have the LT1 does not:
GMs offical base weight Comparison WEIGHTS & CAPACITIES COUPE CONVERTIBLE Base Curb Weight (lb. / kg): 3619 / 1642 LT1 manual 3681 / 1670 LT1 automatic 3685 / 1672 1SS manual 3747 / 1700 1SS automatic 3754 / 1703 1SS 1LE 3696 / 1677 2SS manual 3757 / 1704 2SS automatic 3762 / 1706 2SS 1LE 3865 / 1753 LT1 manual 3927 / 1781 LT1 automatic 3932 / 1784 1SS manual 3993 / 1811 1SS automatic 3937 / 1786 2SS manual 3999 / 1814 2SS automatic LT1: SS:
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06-14-2020, 09:56 AM | #2 |
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I hoped to leave most of my opinions out of that first post. Let me know if I missed anything or was not correct about the differences or if I missed anything. I did sneak in my admiration of the Camaro platform and the Tremec 6060.
But now as to my opinions, I think as to overall performance with equal tires the 1SS and LT1 are 100% equal on the street. The big difference is any SS will last longer on a race track performing at the same level. Of course the SS 1LE and ZL1s are even more serious track cars. But even so a beginners track HPDE outing will be quite enjoyable in any LT1. The other thing is except for the missing tow bar receiver (are the threads there?) the LT1 is the best V8 starter car for a serious drag car build. The , lighter weight, and lower price are all big plusses. The smaller brakes are not helpful, see the next post. As to the different looks, the base Camaro front end took some getting used to for me, but now I am starting to really like it. While it looks awkward at first the simplicity grows on you and show off the great lines of the Gen 6 Camaros. As to the base of my opinions I have attended a few HDPE events and have owned a '16 2SS, an A10 ZL1, and now a 2020 M6 LT1 and after owning it for a while it is my favorite Camaro. Medium warm porridge is just right for me.
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06-14-2020, 10:06 AM | #3 |
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LT1's require spindle change to run a smaller brake package for a 15" race wheel. So even though the brakes come smaller from the factory, they actually require more effort to fit a smaller wheel.
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06-14-2020, 10:15 AM | #4 |
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Fixed! Thanks. But I can say the smaller brakes on the LT1 will not start scraping the inside of my 17" wheels when hot lapping. Of course serious cars are not hot lapped. My drag wheels have scars from my ZL1.
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06-14-2020, 12:21 PM | #5 |
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I think the base interior on the 1ss has the 8" screen and the LT1 had the 7". The speedometer is different too.
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06-14-2020, 01:10 PM | #6 |
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I don't think that is true. Believe only the 2SS got the 8" screen.
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Cool comparison ! That weight drop is incredible, but some of that stuff is needed if you do anything besides daily drive the car.
I'm glad gm came out with the LT1, wonderful idea and a good price point. Too bad for the 'rona to show up when it did as we may never know if this was a good sales numbers boost or not.
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I would also add that the tach/speedo gauges are different as well. There is no “track” mode on the LT1. Great post! Now if only we could figure out the tow hook situation for the occasional track day in the LT1
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06-14-2020, 02:45 PM | #10 |
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They dont exactly share the 20 rims / tires
LT1: 20 x 8.5-in. aluminum (front & rear) SS: 20-in. x 8.5-in. aluminum (front)^ SS: 20-in. x 9.5-in. aluminum (rear)^ LT1: P245/40R20 all-season (front & rear) SS: P245/40R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 summer-only run-flat (front)^ SS: P275/35R20 Goodyear Eagle F1 Asymmetric 3 summer-only run-flat (rear)^ https://media.chevrolet.com/media/us...2020.tab1.html
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06-14-2020, 03:24 PM | #11 |
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From Chevys Camaro builder it seems like the 1SS has the 8 display along with the enhanced speedo cluster from factory and the LT1 comes with neither but gives an option for the 8. I didnt see an option for the enhanced speedo weirdly
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06-14-2020, 03:41 PM | #12 |
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I seem to recall if you get the 1LE package on an SS, you also get the eLSD that comes on the ZL1. The LT1 cannot get that with any option package.
Or, am I incorrect?
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06-14-2020, 03:41 PM | #13 |
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Also, you cannot get the Magnetic ride control on the LT1, where you can as an option on the SS.
Oops, sorry, I see this was already covered. My bad.
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