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KMPrenger · 10-29-2013, 07:11 PM

LOL....

Where does one begin on this. Sure I'll hand it to the GT500....it performs damn good.

But first off the time stand was added to this video. I understand the guy that added the timestamp says he carefully did it to help ensure accuracy...but still. You can't take this as official. No way.

Next....the guy is suggesting that GM may have fudged their times a bit based on what he found trying to put these videos together?? How desperate sounding is that?

They claim Ford "doesn't care" about ring times, and neither do they....yet in the very same thread they are making all of these exaggerations. Ridiculous.

Again...not putting down the Shelby....just this LOL of a thread.

VRYALT3R3D · 10-29-2013, 07:36 PM

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Originally Posted by 87GNX

That GT 500 has some mods obviously to the rear end. SLA isn't bad at all, it's not that ancient folks...it does work.

The video is from Ford. It is stock. I bet that Z28 was modded though. See what I did there?

imstillhere · 10-29-2013, 08:36 PM

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fourcammer · 10-29-2013, 08:41 PM

http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...rburgring.html

2cnd chance · 10-29-2013, 08:50 PM

If anyone really believes that Ford is "sitting" on a better Ring time than the ZL1 they are the definition of gullible. Just like they Ford wouldn't let the magazines have a Boss to compare to the 1LE because the GT track pack was the better comparison. Too awesomely funny!

shank0668 · 10-29-2013, 09:32 PM

Interesting a non official time with zero specs is being considered accurate by them. Maybe it had a lot better tire on it? I am not saying it isn't possible, just skeptical.

Bhobbs · 10-29-2013, 10:06 PM

First

I wouldn't be surprised if it ran a fast time. The GT500 did beat the ZL1 around a few tracks. Add in the straights were the ZL1 ran down the Z/28 and that GT500 does the same but even faster.

Second

If they are skeptical of GMs times, then they cannot take this seriously at all.

trademaster · 10-29-2013, 10:38 PM

I wouldn't take the timing as official in any way. There's no way to know how precise the timing is. However, the video does prove that the GT500 is much more capable than some of the professional ZL1 fanboys would have you believe. Z/28 is playing a whole different game though.

Vroom · 10-30-2013, 12:22 AM

Seriously gullible or one hell of a fanboi. Why would ford ever sit on a faster time then the ZL1?

Rosco P · 10-30-2013, 06:56 AM

What do you expect? Its a faster car.

If it had 285/305 like the Camaros, it would probably have bettered the Z28.

Not a big deal.

newmoon · 10-30-2013, 07:19 AM

I'm not really sure why this is surprising to anyone. The 500 has such a huge advantage in power and weight that it's straight line speeds can make up for it's lack of grip into the corners. In regards to the Z-28, Ford's answer will be soon with the release of the next generation GT350/500 which will ride on a completely new suspension.

Watching the side by side video you can see the ZL1 is quicker in the tight S's, but the 500 pours it on in the straights.

It's going to be a sad day in here as The Ring time, was the crowned jewel of the forum.

The Stig · 10-30-2013, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by newmoon

I'm not really sure why this is surprising to anyone. The 500 has such a huge advantage in power and weight that it's straight line speeds can make up for it's lack of grip into the corners. In regards to the Z-28, Ford's answer will be soon with the release of the next generation GT350/500 which will ride on a completely new suspension.

It's going to be a sad day in here as The Ring time, was the crowned jewel of the forum.

You did read the part where the guy said he added the timer himself - and guesstimated

newmoon · 10-30-2013, 07:35 AM

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Originally Posted by The Stig

You did read the part where the guy said he added the timer himself - and guesstimated

Yes I did and while not a perfect timer, the op did his work. You can clearly see that the 500 is capable of the ZL1's times. If you don't see that well I am not sure what to say. Also good points were brought up in their forum in regards to timer points in the Z28s times compared to the ZL1.

Rock36 · 10-30-2013, 07:49 AM

Why did this take so long to come out?

I also hate that everyone does this flying lap start now.

10-29-2013, 07:11 PM	#15
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,943	LOL.... Where does one begin on this. Sure I'll hand it to the GT500....it performs damn good. But first off the time stand was added to this video. I understand the guy that added the timestamp says he carefully did it to help ensure accuracy...but still. You can't take this as official. No way. Next....the guy is suggesting that GM may have fudged their times a bit based on what he found trying to put these videos together?? How desperate sounding is that? They claim Ford "doesn't care" about ring times, and neither do they....yet in the very same thread they are making all of these exaggerations. Ridiculous. Again...not putting down the Shelby....just this LOL of a thread. __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

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10-29-2013, 08:41 PM	#18
fourcammer Drives: 7331 Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: tejas Posts: 121	2014 gt500 at the ring http://www.svtperformance.com/forums...rburgring.html

10-29-2013, 08:50 PM	#19
2cnd chance Too Many Great Choices Drives: Grand Sport/Z07 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: A Mountain Road Posts: 7,454	If anyone really believes that Ford is "sitting" on a better Ring time than the ZL1 they are the definition of gullible. Just like they Ford wouldn't let the magazines have a Boss to compare to the 1LE because the GT track pack was the better comparison. Too awesomely funny! __________________

10-30-2013, 12:22 AM	#23
Vroom Drives: 2013 Camaro ZL1 Join Date: Oct 2012 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 325	Seriously gullible or one hell of a fanboi. Why would ford ever sit on a faster time then the ZL1? __________________ 2013 Victory Red ZL1 - 210K+ miles. Mods: Who needs mods...its a freaking ZL1 - Last car: 2006 GTO

10-29-2013, 09:32 PM	#20
shank0668 Drives: '14 LML/'06 LJ/'76 Trans Am Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Ohio Posts: 8,438 View My Garage	Interesting a non official time with zero specs is being considered accurate by them. Maybe it had a lot better tire on it? I am not saying it isn't possible, just skeptical.

10-29-2013, 10:06 PM	#21
Bhobbs Drives: 2015 SS 1LE Red Hot, 1970 Chevelle Join Date: Apr 2012 Location: Chino, CA Posts: 6,989	First I wouldn't be surprised if it ran a fast time. The GT500 did beat the ZL1 around a few tracks. Add in the straights were the ZL1 ran down the Z/28 and that GT500 does the same but even faster. Second If they are skeptical of GMs times, then they cannot take this seriously at all.

10-29-2013, 10:38 PM	#22
trademaster Drives: 12 MP4-12C, 16 Quattroporte Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: Working Posts: 707	I wouldn't take the timing as official in any way. There's no way to know how precise the timing is. However, the video does prove that the GT500 is much more capable than some of the professional ZL1 fanboys would have you believe. Z/28 is playing a whole different game though.

10-30-2013, 06:56 AM	#24
Rosco P Drives: 2010 SS/RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Raleigh, NC Posts: 9	What do you expect? Its a faster car. If it had 285/305 like the Camaros, it would probably have bettered the Z28. Not a big deal.

10-30-2013, 07:19 AM	#25
newmoon Drives: 2019 GT350 Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: NC Posts: 3,232	I'm not really sure why this is surprising to anyone. The 500 has such a huge advantage in power and weight that it's straight line speeds can make up for it's lack of grip into the corners. In regards to the Z-28, Ford's answer will be soon with the release of the next generation GT350/500 which will ride on a completely new suspension. Watching the side by side video you can see the ZL1 is quicker in the tight S's, but the 500 pours it on in the straights. It's going to be a sad day in here as The Ring time, was the crowned jewel of the forum. __________________ 2019 GT350 RR 2013 Boss Mustang 2012 SRT Challenger 392 auto 12:40s 112 stock 2012 Ford Mustang 5.0. Brembo, 3:73s 2010 SS, LS3, Cammed, LTs, 12:20s 2004 Redfire Cobra, Pullied & Tuned 1986 GT, Ed Curtis 347ci, 11:20s motor. 10:30s 100-hp shot

10-30-2013, 07:49 AM	#28
Rock36 I just like V8s Drives: 2007 Corvette Z06 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Stuttgart, Germany Posts: 919	Why did this take so long to come out? I also hate that everyone does this flying lap start now. __________________ "Anyone know who sells the driver mods?" 2007 Corvette Z06: Le Mans blue, 2LZ