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cam2fst4u · 03-25-2009, 09:13 AM

i have a hard time believing that the g8 will be faster than the camaro or even close to it. it would be like if they made the camaro better than the vette , not going to happen

carfansince73 · 03-25-2009, 09:15 AM

The G8 GXP only gets 20mpg highway and is rewarded with a GG tax for it. Yeah, there's a rebate, but who is to say the Camaro won't get a rebate in a year. I'll take the Camaro with its 24 or 25mpg with almost exact performance. As you add power whether through bolt on or forced inductions, those 3.73 gears might give you trouble off the line in the form of tire smoke.

I should mention that I really like the GXP, just too much money and I wanted better gas mileage.

*radz28* · 03-25-2009, 09:19 AM

IMO, that GXP is friggin' cool! If there were no Camaro, that'd the the first car in line for me to get (well, a CTS-V; but that's too much $$$). I'm sure Camaro times will be dropping a tenth or two when the rags' start reviewing in weather with a little better traction because although the cold is good for power, it ain't good for hookin'. I think the power and weight differences aren't going to mean too much in terms of raw speed, but the handling is where the spread is going to be a little greater.

Either way, Camaro is based on the same chassis, has similar engine/drivetrains, and weight and harbor no disappointment at all. They're great improvements on top of the older generation cars, IMVHO.

Zabo · 03-25-2009, 09:39 AM

What I'm wondering is if I can take it up to the shop and "under warranty" swap the gearing on the rear end in '11 for a factory 3.73. It should just be a matter of pulling one transfer case and plugging the new one in.

I think GM should try something like this too. Do a "Factory recall" on the 3:42s they have now as a "production error" and make all the '10s eat some '11 Mustangs like their younger Camaro brethren will be doing.

*radz28* · 03-25-2009, 12:33 PM

It's my opinion that won't be possible... They'd replace a warranty part with the exact same replacement, unless it was discontinued. Broken 3.42s equal replacement 3.42s. That would be cool though

Embalmer · 03-25-2009, 01:01 PM

Car and Driver reported 0-60 in 4.7 sec for the G8 GXP.

That's the exact same as reported for the Camaro in many reviews.

Same exact engine - same exact platform - the numbers are almost exactly the same.

(I realize weight is diff but so is gearing)...

To me it's a wash!!

Oh and the Camaro LOOKS about a BILLION times better than any G8 ever could...

Embalmer · 03-25-2009, 01:06 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by carfansince73

The G8 GXP only gets 20mpg highway and is rewarded with a GG tax for it. Yeah, there's a rebate, but who is to say the Camaro won't get a rebate in a year. I'll take the Camaro with its 24 or 25mpg with almost exact performance.

Exactly. And did I mention the Camaro looks about a billion times better?

Sorry I honestly just don't like the G8... I don't like how it looks..

And don't forget the GXP is MORE money than the Camaro....although slightly more.

1982camaro · 03-25-2009, 02:41 PM

i'm not dissapointed with the camaro's numbers at all, i'm just a little bothered that the GXP guys are faster. but it's still a drivers race and i'm sure a few bolt ons can fix this.

i'm happy that i'm waiting until 2011. we not only get more color options, ABL, and better pricing, but we might get a faster SS.

Vash · 03-25-2009, 02:43 PM

I don't care if it was a purple pig that tapdances. G8 is a luxury 4 door sedan.

If you want a 4 Door Sedan be my guest..

Otherwise Enjoy Camaro.. have a coke and a smile...

THE EVIL TW1N · 03-25-2009, 03:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Vash

I don't care if it was a purple pig that tapdances. G8 is a luxury 4 door sedan.

If you want a 4 Door Sedan be my guest..

Otherwise Enjoy Camaro.. have a coke and a smile...

G8 is not really a luxury 4 door. That's the CTSV.

spd98 · 03-25-2009, 03:17 PM

GXP for the wife Camaro for me. Perfect combo.

CamaroELF · 03-25-2009, 03:20 PM

I was looking at the G8 V8 for my next car - until I found out they were coming out with the Camaro!!!

davidj · 03-25-2009, 03:31 PM

WEll here's something else to think about; The Cobalt ss has a faster top speed then the Camaro.

160mph

888GT#31 · 03-25-2009, 03:53 PM

Man that LS3 sings. Here's one with ARH longtubes, stock axlebacks, stock tune. Man love that 6 speed. Turn it up!!!

Looks like I need a maggie!

03-25-2009, 09:15 AM	#16
carfansince73 Drives: Carefully Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Florida Posts: 1,213 View My Garage	The G8 GXP only gets 20mpg highway and is rewarded with a GG tax for it. Yeah, there's a rebate, but who is to say the Camaro won't get a rebate in a year. I'll take the Camaro with its 24 or 25mpg with almost exact performance. As you add power whether through bolt on or forced inductions, those 3.73 gears might give you trouble off the line in the form of tire smoke. I should mention that I really like the GXP, just too much money and I wanted better gas mileage. __________________ 2010 1SS RS, LS3, SIM/Black, painted rally stripes, AAC sidemarkers, Sunroof, B.A. sound sys; 20x9.5 & 20x11 SV1-C5's; MGW short shifter; Hotchkis Track Pack; Corsa catback; Kooks 1 7/8"; ADM Street; Magnacharger TVS2300 - 548rwhp/512rwtq 1100- 2/18/09; 3800- 6/15/09 VIN#18308; Delivered 6/29/09!!!!! 2014 CTS-V Sedan, Black/Black, Auto, Recaros, Ultra-view, Red Brembos. Stock

03-25-2009, 09:19 AM	#17
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,200 View My Garage	IMO, that GXP is friggin' cool! If there were no Camaro, that'd the the first car in line for me to get (well, a CTS-V; but that's too much $$$). I'm sure Camaro times will be dropping a tenth or two when the rags' start reviewing in weather with a little better traction because although the cold is good for power, it ain't good for hookin'. I think the power and weight differences aren't going to mean too much in terms of raw speed, but the handling is where the spread is going to be a little greater. Either way, Camaro is based on the same chassis, has similar engine/drivetrains, and weight and harbor no disappointment at all. They're great improvements on top of the older generation cars, IMVHO. __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

03-25-2009, 12:33 PM	#19
radz28 Petro-sexual Drives: Ultra-Grin Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Crazy Coast Posts: 15,200 View My Garage	It's my opinion that won't be possible... They'd replace a warranty part with the exact same replacement, unless it was discontinued. Broken 3.42s equal replacement 3.42s. That would be cool though __________________ '20 ZL1 Black "Fury" A10, PDR, Exposed CF Extractor Magnuson Magnum DI TVS2650R // RFBG // Soler 103 // TooHighPSI Port Injection // THPSI Billet Lid // FF // Katech Drop-In // PLM Heat Exchanger // ZLE Cradle bushings // BMR Chassis-Suspension Stuff // aFe Bars // Diode Dynamics LEDs // ACS Composites Guards // CF Dash // Aeroforce // tint // other stuffs

03-25-2009, 03:31 PM	#27
davidj Drives: . Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Ventura, Ca Posts: 327	WEll here's something else to think about; The Cobalt ss has a faster top speed then the Camaro. 160mph __________________

03-25-2009, 03:53 PM	#28
888GT#31 Drives: 2008 G8 GT Liquid Red :) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 66	Man that LS3 sings. Here's one with ARH longtubes, stock axlebacks, stock tune. Man love that 6 speed. Turn it up!!! Looks like I need a maggie! __________________

03-25-2009, 09:13 AM	#15
cam2fst4u Drives: 08 SS trailblazer,08 Silverado Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: stanley va Posts: 6,268 View My Garage	i have a hard time believing that the g8 will be faster than the camaro or even close to it. it would be like if they made the camaro better than the vette , not going to happen

03-25-2009, 09:39 AM	#18
Zabo Gunning for Sixth Drives: '03 ZR2 Blazer Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Woodhaven, Michigan Posts: 9,358 View My Garage	What I'm wondering is if I can take it up to the shop and "under warranty" swap the gearing on the rear end in '11 for a factory 3.73. It should just be a matter of pulling one transfer case and plugging the new one in. I think GM should try something like this too. Do a "Factory recall" on the 3:42s they have now as a "production error" and make all the '10s eat some '11 Mustangs like their younger Camaro brethren will be doing.

03-25-2009, 01:01 PM	#20
Embalmer 2G1FT1EWXA9103351 Drives: 2SS RS, SIM, 6pd, 20"Alum Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canton, Michigan Posts: 607 View My Garage	Car and Driver reported 0-60 in 4.7 sec for the G8 GXP. That's the exact same as reported for the Camaro in many reviews. Same exact engine - same exact platform - the numbers are almost exactly the same. (I realize weight is diff but so is gearing)... To me it's a wash!! Oh and the Camaro LOOKS about a BILLION times better than any G8 ever could...

03-25-2009, 02:41 PM	#22
1982camaro Drives: 1982 camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: california Posts: 153	i'm not dissapointed with the camaro's numbers at all, i'm just a little bothered that the GXP guys are faster. but it's still a drivers race and i'm sure a few bolt ons can fix this. i'm happy that i'm waiting until 2011. we not only get more color options, ABL, and better pricing, but we might get a faster SS.

03-25-2009, 02:43 PM	#23
Vash Drives: 00 Blazer Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 5,104	I don't care if it was a purple pig that tapdances. G8 is a luxury 4 door sedan. If you want a 4 Door Sedan be my guest.. Otherwise Enjoy Camaro.. have a coke and a smile...

03-25-2009, 03:17 PM	#25
spd98 Drives: had a goat Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: atlanta, ga Posts: 351	GXP for the wife Camaro for me. Perfect combo.

03-25-2009, 03:20 PM	#26
CamaroELF Hotrod Grandma Drives: 2010 2LT/RS Camaro Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: OKC Posts: 149 View My Garage	I was looking at the G8 V8 for my next car - until I found out they were coming out with the Camaro!!!

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