Who has driven the V6 and the V8? Need your thoughts

[esperman]

well the answer to this whole silly thread is pretty simple.
RESEARCH then TEST DRIVE. Then pick what traits you like that each model offers and what you or your friend value and can afford.

Take anything you read here with a grain of salt. (including this LOL)

[hair10]

I drove both before settling on the SS (but to be honest, I had half made up my mind before I drove them! ). The V6 drives well but the SS is a huge difference.

I would recommend he simply drive both and decide for himself.

Originally Posted by stew9483

The V6 is defintely the most powerful v6 I have ever drove. In comparison, it is faster than my 1971 Camaro which was a V8. And don't forget it gets 29mpg on the highway!!

Heh... my '02 Z28 had 310 hp. The new V6 has just about that!

[KMARTTOASTER]

I have driven both and there is no comparison. Obviously, there is a big price difference, but it’s worth it for the SS. I just purchased a 1SS and I love it! I researched the Camaro for six months prior to buying one and to say the least I did a lot of test driving within that time (pissed off a lot of dealers), and the SS performs much better. Go with the SS you won’t regret it!

[SGOS252382]

Originally Posted by hair10

I drove both before settling on the SS (but to be honest, I had half made up my mind before I drove them! ). The V6 drives well but the SS is a huge difference.

I would recommend he simply drive both and decide for himself.



Heh... my '02 Z28 had 310 hp. The new V6 has just about that!

02 Z28 was rated at 310 hp, but the manual LS1 z28s dynoed over 300rwhp. In reality, they were making every bit of 350hp at the crank.

But the V6 Camaro has plenty of performance for the average Joe.

[v6sonoma]

If money is at all a factor get the V6. The V8 is an expensive car to buy AND maintain. Tires, gas, brakes, insurance, tickets, they all add up. The V6 is great if he gets the manual he have a real fun car.

[KMARTTOASTER]

Originally Posted by v6sonoma

If money is at all a factor get the V6. The V8 is an expensive car to buy AND maintain. Tires, gas, brakes, insurance, tickets, they all add up. The V6 is great if he gets the manual he have a real fun car.

Well if he gets the RS package (which he should) for the V6 his tire maintenance will be the same as the SS.

[American Muscle]

need to use the search button , tons of threads already on this forum discussing the same thing

[deibelsan]

You just have to know what you want. Those that are saying V8 because you don't want to have to upgrade later are going to have to look at upgrading themselves when the Z28 comes out.

[rad]

Originally Posted by deibelsan

Those that are saying V8 because you don't want to have to upgrade later are going to have to look at upgrading themselves when the Z28 comes out.

[mvarley]

I have driven both (each was an automatic). Prefer the V8. I personally found a noticable difference in power. I ordered mine with the V8.
Mike

[wrenchguru62]

Originally Posted by sask-man

So a buddy is really torn between the V8 or the V6. Economics do come into play as up here in canuckland the 2SS/RS is $46,000 (man and no sunroof) plus 10% tax. The 2LT/RS is $36,500 and thats a big gap. Ego wise I know he's leaning to the SS but wonders if the V6 is really lacking in performance and fun factor.

I know he would love the SS but is really wondering on a day to day basis, how different the cars really would be? He's not intrested in the dragstrip, likes power but doesnt need to pull 4 G's. Who has driven the V6 and the V8 and can you post some of your thoughts on how they drove, did you notice a huge difference in performance etc etc.

I cant relate to the V6 so Im no help and turn to the experts here! We're in winter and test drives are out, plus the dealers around here have limited stock and only the SS. I know there are a lot of guys with the 2LT who can help!

drove both , liked both, ordered the 6 changed mind living happily ever after with my 8. now the rational thinking behind the decision. wanted a harley bought a honda ,not so happy. now i've got my harley and can have a v8 too. in the end a person has to make up their own mind depending on their own wants and needs.

[67 GTO]

I haven't driven a SS but my buddy has a C6 '09 Vette and I've had that out for a spin and he's driven my 2LT Camaro. He was truly impressed with the performance of the LLT and of course I was equally blown away by his LS3.

My buddy is very active within the Vette community and Z06, ZR1 owners don't think that the LS3 has plenty of power for the average Joe. They respect all Vettes.

To the OP, tell your buddy to get what he wants and can afford. Don't fall prey to what someone else thinks is best for you.

[Brownhornitt]

For those who aren't interested in dragging from stoplight to stoplight, the V6 is just fine. Get a V6 with the options you like.

[ART-2008]

Originally Posted by nyycamarogirl

I agree. The v6 is fun as heck to drive. And you will pay less in insurance/gas. It is only a 6 but you still get thrown back into your seat. Obviously the v8 is going to be that much better....... but my ls is the best v6 car I have ever driven by FARRRR and better than many v8s too. I will take my v6 camaro over my buddy's v8 stang any day... 65 more ponies!!!!

But go with the manual v6... you get the same gears as the v8s and a limited slip diff also.... I wouldn't want an auto v6.

She makes an important point about about the limited slip. Is your friend planning to ever drive his Camaro on snowy roads? All SS Camaros (auto or stick) have positraction. The V-6 Camaro with a stick has positraction standard, positraction is not available on the V-6 Camaro with an automatic. The BEST choice for a Camaro that will be driven in bad weather is proably a V-6 manual without the 20" summer performance tires.