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So the ZL1 gets good paint. And we get the razor thin. YAYYYYYYYYYY unbelievable
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Engineers are not magicians. Balancing things like weight, performance, durability, and price (not to mention a whole host of other things) are what they get paid to do. Improvements in one area will almost always come at the expense of another. Take the GT500 for example. Yes, its lighter (and probably cheaper) than the ZL1. But its chassis rigidity, ride quality, and handling ability all suffer because of it. There is no free lunch Quote:
And if he was the involved in doing development work on the ZL1 prior to going to the 'ring, his experience with the car would probably make up for any lack of skill behind the wheel compared to an actual professional race driver.
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Why is the chassis rigidity of the GT500 assumed to be worse than the ZL1? Is there any facts to back up this assumption? Seems I remember reading somewhere where the S197 chassis was a pretty stout unit.
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Ask JusticePete about the chassis rigidity of Camaros vs Mustangs
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The fact is that for some people being informed about these behind the scenes engineering efforts will sway them to buy the ZL1. You think GM is just catching up? Seriously? Just because they are only now openly advertizing it doesnt mean it is their first rodeo. It isnt exactly hoopla either. You might add a splitter and spoiler that create lift. Just winging (pun intended) it doesnt work with aerodynamics. Many times aero components dont behave as youd expect. They must be tested in multiple ways to prove their effectiveness. Yes, another weight comment. How original. The fact is that Chevy has made the ZL1 perform despite the weight by utilizing all of these engineering efforts and they want you to know that.
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The 65 pounds of down force provided by the front end and hood design at 150 MPH has nothing to do with the 4,120 pound curb weight of the ZL1. From your comment it appears that you don't have a design or engineering background.
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White looks great!
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Ok why can't I see the VIDEO?!?!
It takes me to the Chevy site!!
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