But guys, this is a drag racing thread. Back on topic. Who cares how the Z/28 runs on a road course? LOL.
Holy crap, Road and Track ran 12.2 @118.3! Those are ZL1 numbers. I way underestimated the Z/28. It is an easy 11 second car with DRs. And now I do not believe 505 at the crank. I call BS on that number.
Not only that, but there are not many ZL1s that have run faster than that with stock tires. And I would think most of them are autos. Road and Track does not pride itself on drag strip acumen and doesn't make up times like Motor Trend.
So if you are thinking of racing a Z/28 with your stock tired and motored ZL1 you better be on your toes.
Fun facts:
The ZL1 @ 4150 pounds and 580 HP is: 7.1 pounds per HP.
The Z/28 @ 3850 pounds and 505 HP is : 7.6 pounds per HP.
The Z/28 @ 3850 pounds and
540 HP is: 7.1 pounds per HP.
They fooled with everything else, why not the motor? Just better flowing cats, a good intake, and an aggressive tune would do the trick. Can't wait for the dynos. Long live the new king.