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Sure, tossing an LT5 into the ZL1( or ZL1 1LE) would be cool, but there’s gotta be something more special and unique than a supercharged V8. And I think the Camaro engineers are eyeing Porsches and McLarens. The ZL1 1LE is a monster, but it’s really heavy compared to most track-focused sports cars. And when you look at a 911 GT3, a Huracan, and an ACR, what do they have in common? No forced induction. Call me crazy, but I believe that the Z/28, based off of the Z 1LE, should have a high displacement N/A engine with wider tires, carbon Ceramics, a whole lotta interior weight reduction, and a 10-Speed option. I’d like to see 3,550lbs. When I say high displacement, I’m talking about crate engine stuff. Not another 427, but an all aluminum 454 big block. 650hp and 600lb-ft of torque is easily possible because an LSX 454 makes 627/586. It only revs to 6300rpm. There’s no N/A car on the market with anything close to 600lb-ft of torque, and there’s definitely nothing outside of a Bugatti that’s close to 7.4L of displacement. There would be 100lbs less over the front axel, improving handing. Carbon Ceramics reduce unsprung mass, as would carbon fiber rims. The 10-Speed would work perfectly with that kind of an engine. Wider tires mean better cornering speed and less braking distance. I think it could work. A 454-powered track monster is the kind of special car it would take to one-up the Demon and GT500. Who wouldn’t be interested in that?
Okay, I’m thinking somewhat unrealistically but it’s one of those dreams that everyone would love to come true.
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