V6 vs V8 has more comfortable ride? - Camaro5 Chevy Camaro Forum / Camaro ZL1, SS and V6 Forums

mpate16 · 01-12-2011, 09:32 PM

I have test driven both models but it has been awhile so I thought I would ask... which model the lt or ss has a nicer ride to it meaning more comfortable? or are they about the same?

daveagogo1 · 01-12-2011, 09:35 PM

The ride is smoother in the V6 due to the suspension and usually smaller wheels. Especially at low speeds. My SS has a much smoother ride after say 20MPH.

wullger · 01-12-2011, 09:35 PM

Do yourself a favor and get the V8. It's fun

camaroitalia · 01-12-2011, 09:43 PM

Both are gonna be comfy, but it is still a sports car no matter what. If the money is right go buy the V8.. I actually sold my SS last night and kept the V6.. bought a truck in its place.

mpate16 · 01-12-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by camaroitalia

Both are gonna be comfy, but it is still a sports car no matter what. If the money is right go buy the V8.. I actually sold my SS last night and kept the V6.. bought a truck in its place.

You mean u had 2? wow thats cool.
Plus I dont think I have enough money to get a SS(college kid) and the fact that there are the rumors about the new engine making it faster.

mpate16 · 01-12-2011, 09:48 PM

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Originally Posted by daveagogo1

The ride is smoother in the V6 due to the suspension and usually smaller wheels. Especially at low speeds. My SS has a much smoother ride after say 20MPH.

What about with the 20" RS wheels bc when i test drove one it was a lt1 with the the wheels that are one up from the ls steel wheels?

v6sonoma · 01-12-2011, 10:08 PM

I've driven up and down the east coast a few times in my SS and it was super comfortable. My passenger raved about how nice the ride was and enjoyed their nap.

SlingShot · 01-12-2011, 10:21 PM

I have one of each, and the Lt has a softer ride than the SS ...

SSLarry · 01-12-2011, 10:25 PM

here's a good read on SS suspension from the Wiki (at the top of the page)

http://blogs.insideline.com/roadtest...alkaround.html

daveagogo1 · 01-12-2011, 10:26 PM

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Originally Posted by mpate16

What about with the 20" RS wheels bc when i test drove one it was a lt1 with the the wheels that are one up from the ls steel wheels?

Sure that is a factor. Bigger rims with low profile tires will always have a rougher ride than say the LS with standard type wheels. But the main factor is the SS suspension is different than the V6. The V6 will definately have a smoother ride overall. Personally i love the SS ride. I like to feel the road and all the little bumps. It does really smooth out at higher speeds though as i mentioned.

mpate16 · 01-12-2011, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by daveagogo1

Sure that is a factor. Bigger rims with low profile tires will always have a rougher ride than say the LS with standard type wheels. But the main factor is the SS suspension is different than the V6. The V6 will definately have a smoother ride overall. Personally i love the SS ride. I like to feel the road and all the little bumps. It does really smooth out at higher speeds though as i mentioned.

yeah I know what you mean... my car has a stiff suspension to me and I remember when I test drove the v6 i couldnt get over how nice it rode and how quiet it was inside the cabin.

KMPrenger · 01-12-2011, 10:32 PM

Whatever you do, wait for the 2012 unless you have to buy a bargin priced 2011 for whatever reason.....or if anything, just wait until Chevy releases details on the 2012...just my opinion!

DevilKnightFalcon · 01-12-2011, 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by KMPrenger

Whatever you do, wait for the 2012 unless you have to buy a bargin priced 2011 for whatever reason.....or if anything, just wait until Chevy releases details on the 2012...just my opinion!

I agree. I have been tossing around the idea of trading in for an SS but if I do it I will definitely wait for the 2012. I want to see this redesigned interior and rear camera!

Sneeks20 · 01-12-2011, 11:10 PM

I concur, wait for 2012 model if ur gonna get the v6, if not just get a 2011 SS or if possible a 2010.

01-12-2011, 09:32 PM	#1
mpate16 Drives: 2012 Camaro LSX 2LT RS Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Memphis, Tennessee Posts: 398	V6 vs V8 has more comfortable ride? I have test driven both models but it has been awhile so I thought I would ask... which model the lt or ss has a nicer ride to it meaning more comfortable? or are they about the same?

01-12-2011, 09:35 PM	#3
wullger Supercharged Drives: 2010 Camaro 2SS/RS Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Tyler, Texas Posts: 1,575 View My Garage	Do yourself a favor and get the V8. It's fun __________________ 2SS/RS IBM A6, White Rallies Ordered: 4/30/09 Delivered: 8/18/09 Appearance Mods: Heritage Grille, ZL1 Replica Wheels Performance Mods: Flowmaster ARH Cat-Back Exhaust, ADM CAI, ADM L99-LS3 Conversion, ADM LSA Supercharger Kit, Lingenfelter GT9 Cam, Stainless Power Headers, Detroit Speed Sway Bars, ZL1 Fuel Pump 581 rwhp/535 lb/ft tq

01-12-2011, 09:43 PM	#4
camaroitalia Go Harder Than Baltimore! Drives: 2010 CGM Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Baltimore Posts: 3,835	Both are gonna be comfy, but it is still a sports car no matter what. If the money is right go buy the V8.. I actually sold my SS last night and kept the V6.. bought a truck in its place. __________________

01-12-2011, 10:08 PM	#7
v6sonoma Drives: 2010 SS RS Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Providence, RI Posts: 8,108 View My Garage	I've driven up and down the east coast a few times in my SS and it was super comfortable. My passenger raved about how nice the ride was and enjoyed their nap. __________________ Mods: BBK Intake, BBK LT's and High Flow Cats, Corsa Cat-back exhaust, Hurst short throw shifter, SLP skip-shift eliminator. 7/1/09 Placed order for IOM/IO int/ SS/RS 6M 9/26/09 Took delivery!

01-12-2011, 10:21 PM	#8
SlingShot Drives: 2012 ZL1 - #670 Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Seminole, Fl. Posts: 8,009	I have one of each, and the Lt has a softer ride than the SS ... __________________

01-12-2011, 10:25 PM	#9
SSLarry Drives: 2SS LS3 Join Date: May 2010 Location: Southeast Florida Posts: 1,309	here's a good read on SS suspension from the Wiki (at the top of the page) http://blogs.insideline.com/roadtest...alkaround.html __________________ 2010 CGM 2SS LS3, born: 4/10

01-12-2011, 10:32 PM	#12
KMPrenger Drives: 16 Camaro SS, 15 Colorado Join Date: May 2009 Location: Jefferson City, Missouri Posts: 13,967	Whatever you do, wait for the 2012 unless you have to buy a bargin priced 2011 for whatever reason.....or if anything, just wait until Chevy releases details on the 2012...just my opinion! __________________ 2016 Camaro 1SS - 8-speed - NPP - Black bowties 2010 Camaro 1LT V6 (Sold. I will miss her!)

01-12-2011, 11:10 PM	#14
Sneeks20 Account Suspended Drives: your woman wild... Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: SO CAL Posts: 751 View My Garage	I concur, wait for 2012 model if ur gonna get the v6, if not just get a 2011 SS or if possible a 2010.

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