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Addiction · 07-11-2011, 04:51 PM

I have been doing some checking and was curious to what everybody on here would think about an awd camaro?

The Stig · 07-11-2011, 04:58 PM

It would be essentially untouchable. Your 60 ft time could easily be sub 1.5 with slicks on. But no way that you could convert the camaro to be AWD. It'd add too much weight and cost one hell of a pretty penny. But in theory, it's awesome.

Ucantctchme · 07-11-2011, 06:54 PM

AWD steals hp. Sticky tires and RWD lets you keep the power. 1.4x 60fts aren't happening unless you have 600 hp and a huge converter with a heavy car. How are the Chrysler cars doing with the awd?

Addiction · 07-11-2011, 07:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ucantctchme

AWD steals hp. Sticky tires and RWD lets you keep the power. 1.4x 60fts aren't happening unless you have 600 hp and a huge converter with a heavy car. How are the Chrysler cars doing with the awd?

I'm cutting 1.65 60ft now on 20" DRs. The power isn't the issue more just seeing about*suspension*and*handling. I'm at 556hp and 509tq so more power is only a smaller*pulley*away. I would bring my hp up to around 600 to 650 if I did this mod to*compensate for drivetrain loss.

Bad70supreme · 07-11-2011, 07:26 PM

Please leave the AWD for import tuner and truck scene! If the camaro was ever built to be AWD I would loose total respect for chevy

Muscle cars are not meant to be AWD period!

scottw · 07-11-2011, 07:28 PM

I guess nice from a performance stand point. I would personally prefer to keep it rwd.

The Stig · 07-11-2011, 07:43 PM

I'd beg to differ that AWD steals HP. I'll use Evo's as my example. While yes RWD does let you handle more power, you will come to a point where your limiting factor is traction. AWD helps solve that problem. Hence a modded Evo can compete with a mustang.

But for looks wise and for Burnouts I'll keep the RWD.

Addiction · 07-11-2011, 07:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bad70supreme

Please leave the AWD for import tuner and truck scene! If the camaro was ever built to be AWD I would loose total respect for chevy

Muscle cars are not meant to be AWD period!

So I guess your mad at gm for the front wheel drive camaro?

Addiction · 07-11-2011, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by stieger

I'd beg to differ that AWD steals HP. I'll use Evo's as my example. While yes RWD does let you handle more power, you will come to a point where your limiting factor is traction. AWD helps solve that problem. Hence a modded Evo can compete with a mustang.

But for looks wise and for Burnouts I'll keep the RWD.

Rwd is the most fun! Don't worry it will not be on all the time.

Ucantctchme · 07-11-2011, 08:22 PM

I'm coming from the trailblazer ss world. Rwds run about 13.8 times. Awd trucks are about a half second slower. Same gears, same engine, and about 100 lb weight difference. I agree on the traction thing. My othe car is on bias ply et streets and still wont hook. Sounds like op needs to put his Camaro body on a z71 frame since he wants to be able to turn of the 4WD.

Aequitas & Veritas · 07-11-2011, 09:34 PM

Guess it all depends on the application of power and AWD. Evo's and Sti's have better overall grip on launch, from my experience. I've seen a stock Evo beat a Roush Mustang, just because the Roush couldn't plant the power.

Some cars are really good with AWD. There are a few 350z's that have been converted to AWD are they run excellent.

I think it'd be pretty cool to see an AWD Camaro. I'd like to see one and I'm sure someone will try it given time.

Camarowguy · 07-11-2011, 10:39 PM

Funny thing is there was a bunch of know it alls that bitched at chevy for making the silverado SS awd....so they answered with a two wheel drive silverado SS....guess what? The two wheel drive version was slower. Look it up if you don't believe me.

Synner · 07-11-2011, 10:43 PM

The camaro doesn't need more weight. Thats its limiting factor already.

DietCoke · 07-12-2011, 12:36 AM

RWD cars are capable of better 60 foot times then AWD, period.

Weird when you think about it, but nonetheless true.

07-11-2011, 04:51 PM	#1
Addiction It's not just a hobby! Drives: 2010 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Jax, FL. Posts: 1,498	Awd 2010 camaro I have been doing some checking and was curious to what everybody on here would think about an awd camaro? __________________ For sale! http://www.camaro5.com/forums/showthread.php?t=325366

07-11-2011, 04:58 PM	#2
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	It would be essentially untouchable. Your 60 ft time could easily be sub 1.5 with slicks on. But no way that you could convert the camaro to be AWD. It'd add too much weight and cost one hell of a pretty penny. But in theory, it's awesome. __________________

07-11-2011, 07:26 PM	#5
Bad70supreme Drives: 2010 aqua blue SS/RS M6 Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: plainfield, IL Posts: 2,706	Please leave the AWD for import tuner and truck scene! If the camaro was ever built to be AWD I would loose total respect for chevy Muscle cars are not meant to be AWD period! __________________ 10.91 at 122 H/C stock block N/A

07-11-2011, 07:28 PM	#6
scottw Drives: 2011 SGM Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Blue Knob, PA Posts: 283 View My Garage	I guess nice from a performance stand point. I would personally prefer to keep it rwd. __________________

07-11-2011, 07:43 PM	#7
The Stig knows 2 facts about ducks Drives: ...and they're both wrong Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: The HMS Invincible Posts: 25,072 View My Garage	I'd beg to differ that AWD steals HP. I'll use Evo's as my example. While yes RWD does let you handle more power, you will come to a point where your limiting factor is traction. AWD helps solve that problem. Hence a modded Evo can compete with a mustang. But for looks wise and for Burnouts I'll keep the RWD. __________________

07-11-2011, 06:54 PM	#3
Ucantctchme Drives: 2010 ss. 1990 RS the faster one. Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Posts: 549	AWD steals hp. Sticky tires and RWD lets you keep the power. 1.4x 60fts aren't happening unless you have 600 hp and a huge converter with a heavy car. How are the Chrysler cars doing with the awd?

07-11-2011, 08:22 PM	#10
Ucantctchme Drives: 2010 ss. 1990 RS the faster one. Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Orlando Posts: 549	I'm coming from the trailblazer ss world. Rwds run about 13.8 times. Awd trucks are about a half second slower. Same gears, same engine, and about 100 lb weight difference. I agree on the traction thing. My othe car is on bias ply et streets and still wont hook. Sounds like op needs to put his Camaro body on a z71 frame since he wants to be able to turn of the 4WD.

07-11-2011, 09:34 PM	#11
Aequitas & Veritas Drives: 2010 Camaro 2LT RS, 2009 GTR Join Date: May 2009 Location: Kansas Posts: 2,559 View My Garage	Guess it all depends on the application of power and AWD. Evo's and Sti's have better overall grip on launch, from my experience. I've seen a stock Evo beat a Roush Mustang, just because the Roush couldn't plant the power. Some cars are really good with AWD. There are a few 350z's that have been converted to AWD are they run excellent. I think it'd be pretty cool to see an AWD Camaro. I'd like to see one and I'm sure someone will try it given time.

07-11-2011, 10:39 PM	#12
Camarowguy Drives: 2011 imperial blue SS, black 92 RS Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Denham Springs Posts: 2,580	Funny thing is there was a bunch of know it alls that bitched at chevy for making the silverado SS awd....so they answered with a two wheel drive silverado SS....guess what? The two wheel drive version was slower. Look it up if you don't believe me. __________________ 2011 imperial blue SS/RS a6 12.43@112 vararam, tune, jba cats, magnaflow axle back, self ported tb, under drive pulley, NO headers, Stock tires. 1.87 60ft. Stock tires. SOLD :( 2000 1500 silverado extra cab SOLD :( 2017 Silverado 5.3 all stock 2004 5.7 GTO 78mm turbo

07-11-2011, 10:43 PM	#13
Synner Drives: cars Join Date: May 2011 Location: Oversneeze Posts: 4,544	The camaro doesn't need more weight. Thats its limiting factor already.

07-12-2011, 12:36 AM	#14
DietCoke Slow Turtle Drives: 2011 1SS Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Manhattan, KS Posts: 1,123	RWD cars are capable of better 60 foot times then AWD, period. Weird when you think about it, but nonetheless true. __________________ LSXOCET - 404rwhp @ 1600 lbs curb weight... bonkers fast https://www.facebook.com/lsxocet

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