In fact, if the mid-engine Corvette didn't exist, the ZL1 could perhaps be called the world's greatest performance value, which is why it's an Editors' Choice winner. Regardless, the Camaro perfects the front-engine, rear-drive formula inherent to muscle cars. While both the coupe and convertible have a remarkable chassis that's more clairvoyant than Miss Cleo, unleashing the ultimate Camaro requires the transformative 1LE track package, but beware that it makes the suspension very stiff.
If you can overlook the Chevy's flawed interior, the Camaro ZL1 can be more exciting than a roller coaster, and it'll regularly reward thrill-seekers and track rats alike. There are only a couple changes to the Camaro ZL1 lineup for Still, it makes the ZL1 hard to live with every day because the upgraded suspension is very stiff.
Instead, we'd simply add the performance data and video recorder for capturing the days we're brave enough to bring this hp hellion to the racetrack. The Camaro's supercharged 6. As you'd expect, when stirred up, it leaves the sound of thunder echoing in its wake. Whether paired with the standard six-speed manual transmission or the available speed automatic, the supercharged small-block V-8 lays down stupidly incredible performance figures. The fast-shifting automatic results in quicker acceleration times than the stick , but either way, this Chevy is a demon at the drag strip.
Already a satisfying handler with quick and communicative steering, a balanced rear-drive chassis, and a surprisingly supple ride, the Camaro is elevated to new heights by the ZL1 gear. Its adaptive dampers change their stiffness based on the selected drive mode, but even the hardcore modes don't ruin the car's decent, if firm, ride. Want more? Grab the 1LE track package , which vaults the ZL1 into near supercar territory.
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Ash Westerman. Gallery 3. Ford sold 61, 'Stangs all total, just 8, more than the Challenger. It ended the year down Mustang's fourth-quarter performance made the difference, as sales dropped If Ford executives aren't at least a little concerned about Mustang's appeal to buyers at this point, they should be.
What does this mean for the Camaro's future? If there's any good news, it's that the Bow Tie pony improved on a 50 percent sales decline posted halfway through the year to finish at just Additionally, a report after Christmas suggested Camaro production would continue through , though it remains unconfirmed. For that matter, rumors from about Camaro's death in are still unconfirmed. Chevrolet executives are indeed very mum about its future.
COVID took a toll on many new car sales. But with the Ford Mustang and Dodge Challenger weathering the storm considerably better, the pandemic can't explain a nearly 40 percent year-over-year decline. We dig the Camaro, and we love the old-school competition it brings with Ford and Dodge.
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