In reality, it was a simple three digit, alphanumeric GM sales code for a "Special Performance Package" that was introduced in December They were either too big, over cubic inches or too under powered 6-cylinders to compete.
Chevrolet wanted to offer consumers a street legal race ready performance car and to do this they just took note of what a lot of street racers were already doing.
The beauty of early GM engines was the ability to swap parts to enhance their power, and Chevrolet engineer Vince Piggins did just that. He used a cubic inch block and installed a crankshaft from a making a "stroker" engine with a 4-inch cylinder bore that gave the new engine a cubic inch displacement of Chevrolet announced their new line produced horsepower, but in reality with the addition of a radical performance camshaft that made the whole car shake at idle , fueled by a single 4-barrel carburetor and factory headers hooked up to a 3-inch exhaust, the engines were putting out closer to horsepower at the rear wheels.
There was an option for a dual 4 barrel carb set up that brought put out just over horse power. Oh yeah, Chevrolet was now not only in the game, but they were also now setting the trends! From , Chevrolet kept improving not only the list of engine options but also the performance options available for the whole car. The 2nd generation of Zs were equipped with a cubic inch engine that made horsepower. It rolled off the line on May 21, Here's what you're doing to it. GM, by contrast, revealed nothing about the Camaro until the car's name announcement in June and formal Detroit launch in August The list included Commander, Panther, Wildcat and even Gemini.
The Corvette is at the top of the list followed by the Mustang in second place. Sign up to get the latest performance and luxury automotive news, delivered to your inbox daily!
I agree to receive emails from Motor Authority. I understand that I can unsubscribe at any time. Privacy Policy. Contribute: Send us a tip Contact the editor. People who read this, also read: Here's the story behind a famous Porsche with "really cool character" Launch a manual gearbox car? Camaro ZL1 features the first sports car application of third-generation Magnetic Ride suspension, which uses valveless damping and Magneto-Rheological fluid technology to adjust the suspension for road and driving conditions.
The ZL1 also features Performance Traction Management which was first introduced on the Corvette ZR1 and integrates magnetic ride control, launch control, traction control, electronic stability control and electric power steering response — all to improve performance.
For Camaro received the 1LE Package for the SS with manual transmission, adding different gearing, suspension tuning and tires for improved track performance. The 1LE features a matte black hood, front splitter and rear spoiler, as well as spoke ZL1-based wheels also finished in black.
Camaro Fifth Generation: —15 Camaro received a new front fascia and rear treatment for , including new headlights and taillights for a sleeker look — except for the ZL1, which retained the previous fascia since it is optimized for engine cooling and aerodynamic downforce. The LS and LT coupes and convertibles are powered by a horsepower 3. The Camaro SS is powered by the same 6. It was the eighth time that a Camaro was chosen as the pace car for the race, starting with the original Camaro in , followed by the Camaro.
Camaro also led the field to the green flag at Indianapolis in , , , and The only available option is a package that includes air conditioning and six speakers. A cubic-inch racing engine with a Whipple supercharger powers the COPO Camaro, rated by the NHRA at horsepower; it is capable of running the quarter mile in less than 9 seconds.
Camaro Fifth Generation: —15 With the new sixth-generation Camaro coming for the model year, Chevrolet wrapped up production of the fifth generation with the Camaro Commemorative Edition, which was available on 2LT and 2SS coupes and convertible and includes the RS package.
The Commemorative Edition has special inch wheels, a unique stripe, a body-color front splitter, a ZL1 rear spoiler and Commemorative Edition fender badges. Five exterior color combinations were available and the SS received a body-color hood insert. Chevrolet offered a new Adrenaline Red interior only on the Commemorative Edition, which included adrenaline red and black leather seating surfaces, an adrenaline red instrument panel insert and red stitching on the seats, steering wheel, shift knob, shift boot, door trim armrest and center console lid.
Although easily recognizable, the fresh generation was completely new with the exception of the Chevy bowtie on the rear and the SS badge. Slightly smaller than the outgoing model, the new Camaro shed more than pounds, with the goal of improving performance as well as fuel efficiency. Three engines are available, ranging from a 2. The driver-focused interior is greatly improved with high-quality materials and unique ambient lighting. Overall the new Camaro is updated in practically every way possible, and offers much greater performance, making this iconic car relevant for many years to come.
The new ZL1 is pounds lighter than the previous generation with 70 additional horsepower and 80 more lb-ft or torque. Additional performance upgrades include specially calibrated Magnetic Ride suspension, an electronic limited-slip differential, inch forged aluminum wheels, Goodyear Eagle F1 Supercar tires with an exclusive compound for the ZL1, as well as Brembo 6-piston monobloc front calipers and Inside, Camaro ZL1 features Recaro front seats, a suede-wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel, a suede shift knob and an available Chevrolet Performance Data Recorder.
Camaro Sixth Generation: — The Camaro received exterior updates for ; however, it still carries elements reminiscent of the original design. New for was a revised front-end design with a new grille, hood, dual-element headlights, LED signature headlights, front fascia, LED taillights and rear fascia.
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