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SamHouseIII 12-10-2013 01:44 PM
Why are most comparisons to an SS and not a ZL1?
 
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Yes I want one, no not bashing!

Yes I own a ZL1....but why are all most all comparisons done against the SS and not a ZL1 other than weight and lap time?

Example, the rear spoiler is unique to Z/28 and generates 440lbs more down force than an SS at 150mph? How does this compare to a ZL1?

Article picture is another example, more comparisons to an SS than ZL1?

SamHouseIII 12-10-2013 01:51 PM
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Here's more to the article

2cnd chance 12-10-2013 02:16 PM
I'd say because it's upgraded (built) from an SS. I believe the ZL1 was also compared to an SS when it came out.

SamHouseIII 12-10-2013 02:19 PM
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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance (Post 7251693)
I'd say because it's upgraded (built) from an SS. I believe the ZL1 was also compared to an SS when it came out.
True but SS was the only thing to compare for the ZL1 at the time. Z/28 has both I guess.

ford20 12-10-2013 02:38 PM
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Originally Posted by NVmyZL1 (Post 7251724)
Because they still need to sell z/28's. Think about it, if they compare the z/28 to the ZL1, it is only marginally better in the performance area and significantly behind the ZL1 in driver comfort, yet it will likely command a much higher MSRP. By comparing it to the SS, the gaps are much more exaggerated in the z/28's favor!
This! :stupid:

SamHouseIII 12-10-2013 02:41 PM
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Originally Posted by NVmyZL1 (Post 7251724)
Because they still need to sell z/28's. Think about it, if they compare the z/28 to the ZL1, it is only marginally better in the performance area and significantly behind the ZL1 in driver comfort, yet it will likely command a much higher MSRP. By comparing it to the SS, the gaps are much more exaggerated in the z/28's favor!
I was thinking this too...:nod:

mkorgan 12-10-2013 03:01 PM
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Originally Posted by NVmyZL1 (Post 7251724)
Because they still need to sell z/28's. Think about it, if they compare the z/28 to the ZL1, it is only marginally better in the performance area and significantly behind the ZL1 in driver comfort, yet it will likely command a much higher MSRP. By comparing it to the SS, the gaps are much more exaggerated in the z/28's favor!
Nailed it. :thanks:

Msmall143 12-10-2013 03:46 PM
I would disagree with previous posts. I think its because both a z/28 and ss are naturally aspirated and the zl1 is not

If you want a fair comparison between a zl1 and a z/28 then compare it with a supercharged z/28

I believe just like the ss the z/28 is a good foundation where as a zl1 is a fairly completed car.

2cnd chance 12-10-2013 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by SamHouseIII (Post 7251700)
True but SS was the only thing to compare for the ZL1 at the time. Z/28 has both I guess.
The 1LE was also compared to the SS. The SS is the base, the benchmark.

2cnd chance 12-10-2013 05:42 PM
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Originally Posted by NVmyZL1 (Post 7251724)
Because they still need to sell z/28's. Think about it, if they compare the z/28 to the ZL1, it is only marginally better in the performance area and significantly behind the ZL1 in driver comfort, yet it will likely command a much higher MSRP. By comparing it to the SS, the gaps are much more exaggerated in the z/28's favor!
They already compared the Z/28 to the ZL1 at their proving grounds which was done first. ;)

SamHouseIII 12-10-2013 07:32 PM
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Originally Posted by 2cnd chance (Post 7252168)
They already compared the Z/28 to the ZL1 at their proving grounds which was done first. ;)
Cool, haven't seen this one

2cnd chance 12-10-2013 07:53 PM
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Cool, haven't seen this one
;)


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