Holding Out for 2014 Gen6 Camaro SS
03-05-2010, 11:29 AM
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In the newest MT, a GM vp mentions how one engine for the new ATS (which the Camaro will be based on) is the 3.6 DI V6 with twin turbos and 415hp . . . would make a nice Camaro motor if the weight was better than what it is now . . .
03-06-2010, 09:45 AM
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03-06-2010, 10:02 AM
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03-06-2010, 10:04 AM
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If they plan on making a twin turbo v-6 camaro as their SS they they might as well not even make it at all! And from the concept i found i would definately not make it.
03-06-2010, 10:13 AM
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03-06-2010, 11:31 PM
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I'd still take a slow v8 over a fast 6 as well. It's just part of the cars heritage, sure it was optioned with a v6, but the "performance" models always had a v8. Why get a big, v8 styled muscle car if you are looking for 6 power?
I'd take a 300ZX, 3000gt VR4, Supra, STI, BMW, etc. if you are looking for a "zippy" 6/4 kind of car.
Kind of like the "well gas mileage needs improvement, let's put a 4/6 in the corvette...". Who wants that? Didn't they try the same with the Mustang II?
I'd take a 300ZX, 3000gt VR4, Supra, STI, BMW, etc. if you are looking for a "zippy" 6/4 kind of car.
Kind of like the "well gas mileage needs improvement, let's put a 4/6 in the corvette...". Who wants that? Didn't they try the same with the Mustang II?
03-07-2010, 04:11 AM
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That sounds familar. It once lead to making this badass muscle car:
....look and behave like THIS mechanical *******:
In other words, "progress" isn't always a good thing. I'll stick to my pushrod V8 Camaros (and Novas), thanx.
....look and behave like THIS mechanical *******:
In other words, "progress" isn't always a good thing. I'll stick to my pushrod V8 Camaros (and Novas), thanx.
03-08-2010, 01:57 AM
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To the OP: Not trying to sound like a jerk, but have we heard anything about the next-gen Camaro yet?? We just met this 5th-Gen last year, so how can we know anything about a 6th gen?? I personally would think we wouldnt have even an inkling of a hint of what a 6th-gen Camaro would look like or how it'll be spec'd out until we see a C7 Corvette production model.
-On that note... you want faster, lighter, and more nimble? Sounds like you should be looking into a used LS3 Corvette. For as well as this 5th-gen car handles compared to, say, a stock 4th-gen, a Camaro will always be first and foremost a stoplight-racer and badass street car.
-Which is fine by me. And by the numbers it's selling, I think GM is onto a decent thing with this Camaro, they're selling pretty well.
-On that note... you want faster, lighter, and more nimble? Sounds like you should be looking into a used LS3 Corvette. For as well as this 5th-gen car handles compared to, say, a stock 4th-gen, a Camaro will always be first and foremost a stoplight-racer and badass street car.
-Which is fine by me. And by the numbers it's selling, I think GM is onto a decent thing with this Camaro, they're selling pretty well.
03-14-2010, 06:36 PM
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I have to keep an eye on this. I agree with the others, no v8 then they might as well kill off the camaro. We have legions of little 4 and 6 bangers out there. It would be an insult to the camaro's heritage. I might have to buy a 5th gen sooner than I planned if this happens!
03-14-2010, 07:32 PM
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The new Camaro should be about the size of the Cobalt, 2800lbs, V6 Turbo, 425hp, and cost about $25,000.00. GM needs to move forward first, and be the industry leader in design and thinking. The new Camaro is a joke and should be replaced by something that is unique and forward thinking.
I can`t believe that Chevy designers and engineers don`t see this, but I guess this is why they are struggling.
I typed the above stuff to ruffle some feathers and have a little fun, but after thinking about it some more , it makes sense.
The future in car performance will be lightweight cars with highly efficient motors that use the latest technology to make power.
I still love my F-body that has a nasty V8 under the hood; Nothing beats an American V8 powered car. For now anyway.
I can`t believe that Chevy designers and engineers don`t see this, but I guess this is why they are struggling.
I typed the above stuff to ruffle some feathers and have a little fun, but after thinking about it some more , it makes sense.
The future in car performance will be lightweight cars with highly efficient motors that use the latest technology to make power.
I still love my F-body that has a nasty V8 under the hood; Nothing beats an American V8 powered car. For now anyway.