Generation V V8 Engines Update!!! - Page 2

a_Username · 05-03-2010, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mblock66

Oh man I wonder when these suckers will make it into production. I have yet to buy a camaro or vette and would LOVE for this to be a year or two out.

They're supposed to be released on the same day the redesigned corvette is. So, I wouldn't be surprised to see the Corvette having the first GenV engine.

Blownhotrodder · 05-03-2010, 06:12 PM

Im glad to hear this, long live pushrods. Ever since Ford went to ohc motors they have been anemic unless you put a blower on it.

THE EVIL TW1N · 05-03-2010, 08:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Blownhotrodder

Im glad to hear this, long live pushrods. Ever since Ford went to ohc motors they have been anemic unless you put a blower on it.

and the beauty is, when the DOHC versions were blown, they have put to shame much larger displacement motors with the same mods

a_Username · 05-03-2010, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by THE EVIL TW1N

and the beauty is, when the DOHC versions were blown, they have put to shame much larger displacement motors with the same mods

*Mr. Wyndham* · 06-29-2010, 07:00 PM

Another little tidbit...

The C7 is still 2 years away, according to this same source (MotorTrend), so a TON can change, even IF they have their facts straight. It's fun to think about in any event...

A 5.5L OHV with more power and fuel efficiency than a much larger 6.2.....

(also keep in mind if questioning why not more power...the C7 is supposed to be lighter and smaller than the current Corvette)

http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...ock/index.html

Quote:

According to sources inside GM, the C7 Corvette will be one of the first cars fitted with the next-generation small-block V-8 GM has announced it is investing $890 million to develop and manufacture.

GM has confirmed the new small-block V-8s will feature aluminum blocks and heads, direct-injection, and a new combustion system. Our sources say the C7 engine will displace 5.5 liters, with a target output of about 440 horsepower.

The new small-block will retain a traditional overhead-valve layout, ensuring compact dimensions and lower manufacturing costs. Prototype engines reportedly are already running on test beds in Detroit.

Read more: http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...#ixzz0sI20vNeL

*The_Blur* · 06-29-2010, 07:03 PM

That idea of a drivetrain swap keeps getting more interesting.

*DGthe3* · 06-29-2010, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Dragoneye

Another little tidbit...

The C7 is still 2 years away, according to this same source (MotorTrend), so a TON can change, even IF they have their facts straight. It's fun to think about in any event...

A 5.5L OHV with more power and fuel efficiency than a much larger 6.2.....

(also keep in mind if questioning why not more power...the C7 is supposed to be lighter and smaller than the current Corvette)

http://www.motortrend.com/features/a...ock/index.html

I'll quote myself for a reply:

Quote:

Originally Posted by DGthe3

Keep in mind that Motor Trend also said that the 2009 Camaro would have a 281 hp V6, that the Z28 will be $27k, and the G8 GT's L76 engine would be used.

In other words, don't assume their info is correct.

TheCaptain · 06-29-2010, 09:31 PM

Awww DGthe3, don't be such a downer. lol

We want to

over some new stuff!

*DGthe3* · 06-29-2010, 10:52 PM

General statements and projections are fine ... just don't claim any details. More powerful and more efficient than 6.2L's? Expected. A 5.5L making 440 hp ... I'll believe it when I see it.

Kyle2k · 06-29-2010, 11:42 PM

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Originally Posted by DGthe3

General statements and projections are fine ... just don't claim any details. More powerful and more efficient than 6.2L's? Expected. A 5.5L making 440 hp ... I'll believe it when I see it.

Well output isn't going to decrease from the current generation Corvette and you can see what can be done with 5L in a non di format...explain to me how it isn't possible?

*DGthe3* · 06-29-2010, 11:48 PM

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Originally Posted by Kyle2k

Well output isn't going to decrease from the current generation Corvette and you can see what can be done with 5L in a non di format...explain to me how it isn't possible?

Its not that I doubt similar numbers can be made. Its more their 'inside knowledge' about the displacement and power numbers. Could be 435 from a 5.3L. Or 480 from a 5.7. Or maybe it will be a 5.5 that cranks out 440. But experience tells me that Motor Trend (or any other magazine) isn't all that good with predicting numbers. I refer back to the 281 hp 2009 Camaro.

Also, we can't forget their predicted Z28:

With a supercharged 6.2L engine making 550 hp.
Then TF2 came out. And Bumblebee got a makeover:

And what does SLP offer, but the ZL575:

Look familiar? It too features a supercharged 6.2L, though it makes 575 hp (L99 based cars do make 550 hp though). Pretty easy for someone to misinterpret what was going on, then blab to MT.

a_Username · 06-30-2010, 01:36 AM

The alpha-based Camaro with a Gen V DI V8?! That is going to be one FAST car...

FenwickHockey65 · 06-30-2010, 07:48 AM

They're assuming it's a 5.5L due to the Corvette C6.R's engine.

knowitman · 06-30-2010, 09:01 AM

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Originally Posted by FenwickHockey65

They're assuming it's a 5.5L due to the Corvette C6.R's engine.

Isn't the C6.R limited to 5.5L in the new class?

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