02-17-2013, 09:37 AM | #1 |
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2016 6th Gen SS (V8) "Upgrades"...
Just curious...If the new Gen6 is smaller, lighter, handles better, etc., how would the hp/torq/0-60, etc. compare to the Gen5?...I've heard code numbers for other V-8's (LS7, whatever), what are we talking in c.i. or horsepower?...Will the LS3 or L99 be unchanged in the Gen6...
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02-17-2013, 09:42 AM | #2 |
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I think the LT1 will probably find its way into the Gen6. We don't know how much HP/TQ it will have when certified, but if GM's estimates of 450 are right then it should be very impressive in an approximately 300 lb lighter car. Only time will tell if the alpha platform is the choice for the Camaro and if you can fit an LT1 in it. I'm hopeful.
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02-17-2013, 11:48 AM | #3 |
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Agree with gretchen. LT1 should make its way into the 6th gen. With the lighter weight there wouldn't have to be any more power than the current car to be a better performer...especially since the LT1 makes even better torque down low than the LS3 and L99 do.
If it comes in at 450/450 it will be a killer machine.
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Sorry for not knowing...but an LT1 is a what...V-8,...6.2 liter?...crank hp?...currently being used in Vettes???....a newer version of LS3?...
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Here is a good write up ...
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It is a brand new Gen V small block used in the C7 Vette. It is 6.2 liters with direct injection, VVT, and the dreaded AFM. GM estimates it with 450 HP 450 TQ. Apparently the torque curve is close to the LS7.
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Read the above links...thanks, boys...(sounds like they were written by the same guy, or they paraphrased the same press release...lol)...Anyway, sounds like a "better" engine...
...Didn't see any disclaimer about the AFM not being in manual cars...it was mentioned as akin to the L99 ...(Not sure what the case is with the 'Vettes)...AFM with a manual trans, would that even be possible?... |
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One of the big things is the difference in power curves between DI and non DI engines. If you look at a dyno graph the HP has a curve where the TQ is flat in the DI engine. I believe the AFM will be used just to save on the GG tax.
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It's being used to raise the CAFE ratings. The Corvette doesn't have GG tax to begin with.
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The ZR1 does ... But who know as far as the 2014, prices haven't been released yet.
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