Is This a Mistake? V6 A6 Tranny Only Rated for 315 hp? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

911medic · 03-20-2013, 09:03 PM

So I was looking at the GM Powertrain web site, and looked at the A6 used in the V6 Camaro (select "transmissions," then select the 6-speed auto with code "MYB"), and under the listed specs, it says, "Maximum engine power: 315 bhp (235 kw)."

How can that be, when the '12 and up models make 323 hp? Or is it the bhp that makes the difference?

911medic · 03-21-2013, 06:11 AM

Hmmm... Looking at the definition of bhp leads me to believe that if anything, the bhp figure could actually be higher than the standard hp measured at the crankshaft - or at least the same: "Brake horsepower (bhp) is the measure of an engine's horsepower before the loss in power caused by the gearbox, alternator, differential, water pump, and other auxiliary components such as power steering pump, muffled exhaust system, etc."

Which means the LFX engine exceeds the hp rating of the transmission it's paired with. And that's before mods.

I am confused...

cjcamaro10 · 05-20-2013, 08:10 PM

I believe they are rated for right around stock hp, however it's usually not the hp that kills a Trans, it's torque and traction.

S3XPanther · 05-20-2013, 08:32 PM

Lmao you should see what the M6 tranny in the 5.0's is rated for.

Vroom_vroom · 05-20-2013, 09:17 PM

This is like a bad flash back to my gxp Grand Prix, you can destroy that thing with out trying or even modding for that fact.

911medic · 05-20-2013, 09:28 PM

Since this thread generated no responses in almost 2 months, I reposted it here and there was further discussion, if you're interested: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=296243

scites · 05-28-2013, 02:32 PM

Heat is what will kill an auto tranny..

03-20-2013, 09:03 PM	#1
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	Is This a Mistake? V6 A6 Tranny Only Rated for 315 hp? So I was looking at the GM Powertrain web site, and looked at the A6 used in the V6 Camaro (select "transmissions," then select the 6-speed auto with code "MYB"), and under the listed specs, it says, "Maximum engine power: 315 bhp (235 kw)." How can that be, when the '12 and up models make 323 hp? Or is it the bhp that makes the difference?

03-21-2013, 06:11 AM	#2
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	Hmmm... Looking at the definition of bhp leads me to believe that if anything, the bhp figure could actually be higher than the standard hp measured at the crankshaft - or at least the same: "Brake horsepower (bhp) is the measure of an engine's horsepower before the loss in power caused by the gearbox, alternator, differential, water pump, and other auxiliary components such as power steering pump, muffled exhaust system, etc." Which means the LFX engine exceeds the hp rating of the transmission it's paired with. And that's before mods. I am confused... __________________ All bleeding stops eventually -- 2012 2LT Auto w/sunroof -- My journal thread Roto-Fab Intake & W/W Relocate Kit -- ADM Race Scoop -- Dynomax VT Axle-Back Exhaust -- Vitesse Throttle Controller RX Catch Can -- Drake Bowtie Delete -- JacFab Radio Face Cover -- LED Fog Lights -- LED Dome/Trunk/Plate Lights -- Gen5DIY Dash ABL -- Diode Dynamics Cupholder Lighting Wishlist: ACS T5 Splitter -- Hood Vent Mod -- Footwell/Door Pull/Homelink Button Lighting

05-20-2013, 08:32 PM	#4
S3XPanther by Odeon Drives: '12 SS/RS A6 IOM SOLD, '13 1LE IOM Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Good question Posts: 1,707	Lmao you should see what the M6 tranny in the 5.0's is rated for. __________________ "It works 60% of the time, every time." "Some say it's a waste of time, others say it's an incredible waste of time." "The ultimate measure of a man is not where he stands in moments of comfort and convenience, but where he stands at times of challenge and controversy." 2013 IOM SS/RS - 1LE. Born 5/6/2013 (1 of 32 1SS IOM 1LE's)

05-20-2013, 09:17 PM	#5
Vroom_vroom The gritos pollo!!! Drives: Like a idiot Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Las Vegas Posts: 1,215 View My Garage	This is like a bad flash back to my gxp Grand Prix, you can destroy that thing with out trying or even modding for that fact. __________________ ______ If you don't stop how can they give you a ticket?-The Big Tuna___ '12 1Ls Camaro; Slp loud mouth I\|maganflow x-pipe\|Injen long ram intake\|brembo brake upgrade\| russell s.s. lines\|2LT polished 19's\|billet 5mm spacers\|tinted tail lights&markers\|pdmi\|billet c. can\| '13 Avenger R/T '77 T/A 6.6;, draining my wallet.

05-20-2013, 09:28 PM	#6
911medic Drives: 2012 SIM 2LT/1970 Camaro Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Near Minneapolis, MN Posts: 1,578	Since this thread generated no responses in almost 2 months, I reposted it here and there was further discussion, if you're interested: http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=296243 __________________ All bleeding stops eventually -- 2012 2LT Auto w/sunroof -- My journal thread Roto-Fab Intake & W/W Relocate Kit -- ADM Race Scoop -- Dynomax VT Axle-Back Exhaust -- Vitesse Throttle Controller RX Catch Can -- Drake Bowtie Delete -- JacFab Radio Face Cover -- LED Fog Lights -- LED Dome/Trunk/Plate Lights -- Gen5DIY Dash ABL -- Diode Dynamics Cupholder Lighting Wishlist: ACS T5 Splitter -- Hood Vent Mod -- Footwell/Door Pull/Homelink Button Lighting

05-20-2013, 08:10 PM	#3
cjcamaro10 Drives: 2010 LS 6M Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: Lombard Posts: 184	I believe they are rated for right around stock hp, however it's usually not the hp that kills a Trans, it's torque and traction.

05-28-2013, 02:32 PM	#7
scites Drives: 2010 camaro SS/RS Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: swaffham UK Posts: 370	Heat is what will kill an auto tranny..