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p3jason · 11-05-2010, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by DavidCigam

The HP difference is because the engines are two different engines I'm guessing, auto is the L99 and manual is the LS3, a former Corvette engine. As far as if they raced I'm not too sure on that but I think think that are pretty close.

Actually, the LS3 is not a former Corvette engine. It's still a Corvette engine, except for the Z06 and ZR1.

SnowStorm · 11-05-2010, 11:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Rage

Its been stated many times... Manual drivers have bigger penises, get more women and live a better quality of life

Then manual=respect and control, auto=anyone(including my wife, mainly why I went manual

) can drive

bigsquirrel · 11-06-2010, 12:21 AM

That's funny stock for stock an ls3 never took me. Add boost and the control an automatic gives you becomes even more a of a factor. Technology in the aftermarket is just catching up to vvt
See what mast and texas speed are doing with vvt cams.

mikeSS · 11-06-2010, 12:25 AM

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Originally Posted by bigsquirrel

That's funny stock for stock an ls3 never took me. Add boost and the control an automatic gives you becomes even more a of a factor. Technology in the aftermarket is just catching up to vvt
See what mast and texas speed are doing with vvt cams.

there is no doubt that a tuned l99 engine camaro with like 600+ HP is going to be better at the drag... but with less HP the manual is a little better.. i didn't get the car for drag racing.. i got a manual for the fun factor and the BA factor... thats all.. and plus i have yet to see a camaro on the road that is faster then mine....

bigsquirrel · 11-06-2010, 12:34 AM

You should hang out with the abq guys there are cars out here that make mine look stock.

LightsoutSS · 11-06-2010, 12:37 AM

Anyone can hop in a car, hammer the pedal, and go. It takes a true driver to pilot a manual. I don't even give props to guys with autos that beat me, because "they" didn't beat me, the guys that built their car did. Learn how to drive a manual well and you get more respect in my book.

Rip · 11-06-2010, 12:37 AM

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Originally Posted by outnumbered

Hi guys,
I've done a search on the power difference between the auto and manual, and I'm coming up empty. My plans were to go to the dealership tomorrow to pick up an auto. But after reading that the auto has 26hp less than the manual, I'm now a little stumped on what to do. I know auto's typically make less rwhp, but I have never heard of a motor having a different hp rating due to a tranny. Can someone tell me if there is a significant performance difference between the 2?

No, there isn't. The 0-60 and quarter mile times aren't significantly different, neither is the fuel mileage.

DarkneSS · 11-06-2010, 12:40 AM

Auto if you don't know how to drive stick, this isn't a car to learn stick on...
As well as if you want to drag race and build a fast car.

Manual is for the fun of it and the enthusiast.

VcrusaderV · 11-06-2010, 12:43 AM

I have both. With a little tuning my L99 leaves the LS3 behind very easily. I drive my L99 in sport mode using the paddle shifter and I am in complete control of the tranny. Now I just dont have to worry with a clutch. I am much happier driving my L99. Thats my opinion.

427Carl · 11-06-2010, 12:44 AM

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Newbie with Auto vs. Manual ?

I have a 400 HP auto Are you racing it? using it as a Ambulance? You letting you wife drive it? The auto with a good driver will kick ass at the drags... If you can tell the difference betweem 400 and 426 HP you are a genius... sorry, but this man trans BS died in the 70's The auto trans has a 4.07 1st gear times 3:27 rear Do the math

Rip · 11-06-2010, 12:47 AM

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Originally Posted by LightsoutSS

Anyone can hop in a car, hammer the pedal, and go. It takes a true driver to pilot a manual. I don't even give props to guys with autos that beat me, because "they" didn't beat me, the guys that built their car did. Learn how to drive a manual well and you get more respect in my book.

I have a manual, but I really don't think they are difficult to drive. For instance, my wife hadn't driven a stick in over 10 years and never missed a beat. Non-synchronized manuals can be tough if you don't know what you're doing, but those are only used for very specific applications now.

011silver 2SS · 11-06-2010, 07:21 AM

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Originally Posted by LightsoutSS

Anyone can hop in a car, hammer the pedal, and go. It takes a true driver to pilot a manual. I don't even give props to guys with autos that beat me, because "they" didn't beat me, the guys that built their car did. Learn how to drive a manual well and you get more respect in my book.

please,,, i,ve driven manuals for 30 yrs,,respect?? i dont think so. it gets old shifting,,drove beer trucks for 5 yrs in my 20,s. i got the auto cause thats what i wanted,. wife can drive standard,, but also would rather go to d and drive.,,,gets old shifting. and the auto will win the drag every time, get what u want,,,but i dont want to here about the autos are for girls crap. dont slam the autos,,we dont slam your choice!

Darth Detroit · 11-06-2010, 08:02 AM

My Jeep is a 6 speed manual. And to be honest, it can be a PITA to drive at times. The car I traded in for the Camao was a 2007 Saturn VUE with a manual 5 speed tranny. Besides, it was easier for the wife to drive the Camaro- she has a hurt arm and my daughter to drive too. My daughter just couldnt get the hang of driving the Jeep no matter how hard she tried.

hotrodhoodrat · 11-06-2010, 08:18 AM

Welcome to

Both are grate transmissions A6's can act like a manual if you get the paddles and M6's work very well, but you better know how to use one or you'll have to replace parts more often. hope this helps.

The all new Convertible !, Welcome to the Fleet !

11-06-2010, 12:43 AM	#23
VcrusaderV Drives: 2018 ZL-1 Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Clarksville, TN Posts: 362 View My Garage	I have both. With a little tuning my L99 leaves the LS3 behind very easily. I drive my L99 in sport mode using the paddle shifter and I am in complete control of the tranny. Now I just dont have to worry with a clutch. I am much happier driving my L99. Thats my opinion. __________________ 2010 2SS Camaro (sold) 2010 ZL 427 Camaro (sold) 2012 ZL-1 Camaro (sold) 2018 ZL-1 Camaro

11-06-2010, 12:44 AM	#24
427Carl 427CARL Drives: 2011 Camaro SS 6speed Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Canada Posts: 467 View My Garage	outnumbered Drives: SRT10 Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: NC Posts: 2 iTrader Rating: 0 reviews Newbie with Auto vs. Manual ? I have a 400 HP auto Are you racing it? using it as a Ambulance? You letting you wife drive it? The auto with a good driver will kick ass at the drags... If you can tell the difference betweem 400 and 426 HP you are a genius... sorry, but this man trans BS died in the 70's The auto trans has a 4.07 1st gear times 3:27 rear Do the math __________________ 427carlz@bell.net

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11-06-2010, 12:21 AM	#17
bigsquirrel My car runs on acorns.... Drives: 2010 SS RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 1,351 View My Garage	That's funny stock for stock an ls3 never took me. Add boost and the control an automatic gives you becomes even more a of a factor. Technology in the aftermarket is just catching up to vvt See what mast and texas speed are doing with vvt cams.

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bigsquirrel My car runs on acorns.... Drives: 2010 SS RS Inferno Orange Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 1,351 View My Garage	You should hang out with the abq guys there are cars out here that make mine look stock.

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LightsoutSS Drives: 2011 black on black 2ss Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Savannah, ga Posts: 37 View My Garage	Anyone can hop in a car, hammer the pedal, and go. It takes a true driver to pilot a manual. I don't even give props to guys with autos that beat me, because "they" didn't beat me, the guys that built their car did. Learn how to drive a manual well and you get more respect in my book.

11-06-2010, 12:40 AM	#22
DarkneSS Account Suspended Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS 6MT Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Westchester, New York Posts: 3,715	Auto if you don't know how to drive stick, this isn't a car to learn stick on... As well as if you want to drag race and build a fast car. Manual is for the fun of it and the enthusiast.

11-06-2010, 08:02 AM	#27
Darth Detroit Drives: 2010 Camaro SS/2SS-Fully Loaded Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Rockwood, MI Posts: 102	My Jeep is a 6 speed manual. And to be honest, it can be a PITA to drive at times. The car I traded in for the Camao was a 2007 Saturn VUE with a manual 5 speed tranny. Besides, it was easier for the wife to drive the Camaro- she has a hurt arm and my daughter to drive too. My daughter just couldnt get the hang of driving the Jeep no matter how hard she tried.

11-06-2010, 08:18 AM	#28
hotrodhoodrat hotrodhoodratz Drives: 68' & 70' Pontiac's /2004 D. Dakota Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Idaho Posts: 317	Welcome to Both are grate transmissions A6's can act like a manual if you get the paddles and M6's work very well, but you better know how to use one or you'll have to replace parts more often. hope this helps. The all new Convertible !, Welcome to the Fleet !