CTSV vs. GTO LS1...
02-27-2005, 11:02 PM
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CTSV vs. GTO LS1... I am a current LS1 forum member and 04 GTO owner who is curious about the differences in power plants. It is my understanding both have the LS1. If this is correct, than how is Cadillac squeezing an extra 50hp? Exhaust, intake?
Of course, all is null and void if the CTS does not have the LS1. Thanks.
Of course, all is null and void if the CTS does not have the LS1. Thanks.
02-28-2005, 07:53 AM
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Not having driven a GTO, but the dealer I got my V from says that is a "Creampuff" compared to the V.
They have one for sale. And Chad drove it, he does own a V.
They have one for sale. And Chad drove it, he does own a V.
02-28-2005, 01:23 PM
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It has an LS6, which is essentially the same thing as an LS1, just has different heads and a different cam. Mod-wise, they are equal, niether is better than the other (engine wise). 
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Originally Posted by baldurann
It has an LS6, which is essentially the same thing as an LS1, just has different heads and a different cam. Mod-wise, they are equal, niether is better than the other (engine wise).
02-28-2005, 03:29 PM
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The LS2 GTO has more cubes, more compression and is over 200 pounds lighter than the V, which in most estimation would make it faster than the V. However, the V does have lower gearing and beat the GTO by .2" in the quarter mile in Motor Trend's shootout.
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Originally Posted by CTSV05
I also read that our tranny is geared specifically to move our heavier car in 1st and 2nd.
So along with the rear gear this would add up.
So along with the rear gear this would add up.
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03-03-2005, 06:45 PM
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Originally Posted by 30thWS6
The LS2 GTO has more cubes, more compression and is over 200 pounds lighter than the V, which in most estimation would make it faster than the V. However, the V does have lower gearing and beat the GTO by .2" in the quarter mile in Motor Trend's shootout.
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03-07-2005, 07:18 PM
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The LS6 makes more power up top than the LS2 so it will also pull harder there as well.
The LS6 also has different rails and I believe injectors when compared to the 04 LS1. Very little differences in reality.
The LS6 also has different rails and I believe injectors when compared to the 04 LS1. Very little differences in reality.
03-07-2005, 09:17 PM
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Originally Posted by 02Hawk502
Don't forget the block, and depending on the year LS1, the intake. The LS6 is better from the factory, so IMHO, it's a better engine.
03-08-2005, 02:22 PM
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Originally Posted by 02Hawk502
I was comparing an LS1 to an LS6
03-08-2005, 08:59 PM
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"It has an LS6, which is essentially the same thing as an LS1, just has different heads and a different cam. Mod-wise, they are equal, niether is better than the other (engine wise)."
How do you come up with that? Straight up as delivered by Chevy the LS6 hands the LS1 its ***. The LS1 is a great motor. The LS6 was even better in all respects. Otherwise, GM would not have used so many LS6 parts on the LS1 and now the LS2. Look a little deeper and you'll see the significant differences. They are the same platform and that's about all.
How do you come up with that? Straight up as delivered by Chevy the LS6 hands the LS1 its ***. The LS1 is a great motor. The LS6 was even better in all respects. Otherwise, GM would not have used so many LS6 parts on the LS1 and now the LS2. Look a little deeper and you'll see the significant differences. They are the same platform and that's about all.
03-08-2005, 09:02 PM
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Here is a great link. Instead of debating the differences here are the documented lists. http://corvetteactioncenter.com/specs/z06/index.html