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Old 01-11-2009, 01:12 AM   #255
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Originally Posted by SGOS252382 View Post
But you do agree that the 370z will definately be a better handling car? You really can't argue with .99 G's and 275 series tires on a 3350 lbs car. And yes, I agree with you about the SS having more speed down any long straight sections, which would give it an advantage on a long road course.
of course it will be a better handling car... people have a warped view of handling based on skidpad and slalom numbers which translate into almost nothing in the real world.

The Z will be sharp, very sharp. It will handle very well and easily be the better of the two, BUT in the real world.... the difference will probably be so subtle that the only real trouble the Camaro will have is body roll and that extra 450lbs




let me ask you something... how would you say your GTO handles?
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