Jump to content

$96K Shelby Super Snake vs. $39K Camaro SS - Which is faster

Gorehamj

Recommended Posts

  • Replies 40
  • Created
  • Last Reply
SnakeEyeSS Senior Enthusiast

SnakeEyeSS

Posted
Posted

Subaru gave up on the STI. Same engine since like 2004? No thanks.

I think they kept the engine because its more of a peaky revver, keeps with the rally theme. The WRX has the newer torquey motor.

 

WRX just got awarded the IIHS TSP+, that story caught my eye. I think 3 people on a gaming site Im on have Rexesvand they love them. I was cross shopping one when I was looking at my 6 years ago. If they ever put a decent interior in one( just look nasty compared to either of my Mazdas I might bite.

MikeNH Senior Enthusiast

MikeNH

Posted
Posted

If I was going that direction it'd be a Golf R or this new Focus I just read about today.

The Zip Senior Enthusiast

The Zip

Posted
Posted

What did he do for the extra 40hp?

 

 

Ryan

Next time I talk with him I'll ask, but if he did anything with the exhaust it had to be catback to pass smog in California or replace the OEM exhaust every 2 years. Read 2016 SS eight speed auto performance estimates today, they matched the Z/28 in 0-60 and quarter mile acceleration. My son has an eight speed and it was impressive, can't imagine the ZL1 2017 model SS.

SnakeEyeSS Senior Enthusiast

SnakeEyeSS

Posted
Posted

ZL1 2017 model SS.

:cringe:

 

Not a Camaro guy I see :lol:

If I was going that direction it'd be a Golf R or this new Focus I just read about today.

Focus RS starts at 36.5k, runs to 42k.

 

Wow, a 42k Focus.....

KMGZ400 Senior Enthusiast

KMGZ400

Posted
Posted

STi and 1SS are both amazing values... Until it's snowing, raining, dirt, mud... Then the STi is on top.

Yeah exactly my thoughts... Definitely leaning toward the Camparo but practicality calls for the AWD WRX/STI.. 4 doors and AWD and reliability.

kstruckcountry Senior Enthusiast

kstruckcountry

Posted
Posted

If I was going that direction it'd be a Golf R or this new Focus I just read about today.

The focus isn't a very good value compared to the WRX or Camaro. I like the VW, but from a reliability standpoint I couldn't go with one. It seems like it's always been an issue for them.

 

I'm a big fan of AWD, makes winter driving fun. Especially with some boxer BRAAAP. :lol:

KMGZ400 Senior Enthusiast

KMGZ400

Posted
Posted

Want AWD? CTS-4

 

CTS-4-Outlook.jpg

 

beautiful car... im too young for a caddy and again, performace for price value with an SS or STI is hard to beat.

KMGZ400 Senior Enthusiast

KMGZ400

Posted
Posted

:cringe:

 

Not a Camaro guy I see :lol:

 

Focus RS starts at 36.5k, runs to 42k.

 

Wow, a 42k Focus.....

 

42 for a focus... outrageous. i looked a a 1SS V8 manual camaro last month and with incentives the price would have been 35,500.

'01LS1 Senior Enthusiast

'01LS1

Posted
Posted

Focus & Subaru's? :sigh:

Not a Mustang fan either. Like the body line down the fender/door.

But the Fusion front clip & roof line kill it.

 

However, there are some other things to look forward to.

Check the hood at :08.

 

 

 

 

 

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

Posted
Posted

Focus & Subaru's? :sigh:

Not a Mustang fan either. Like the body line down the fender/door.

But the Fusion front clip & roof line kill it.

 

However, there are some other things to look forward to.

Check the hood at :08.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=29&v=37XozVb9VMk

 

 

 

No idea what you saw. :08 is a 3/4 view from the rear
'01LS1 Senior Enthusiast

'01LS1

Posted
Posted

No idea what you saw. :08 is a 3/4 view from the rear

 

You can see it from other angles too, but if you look down the hood you can see the revised cowl or vent towards the front of the hood.

Chris Senior Enthusiast

Chris

Posted
Posted

 

You can see it from other angles too, but if you look down the hood you can see the revised cowl or vent towards the front of the hood.

Oh. I noticed that. I thought you saw something in there
'01LS1 Senior Enthusiast

'01LS1

Posted
Posted

Oh. I noticed that. I thought you saw something in there

 

Only mentioned so if someone was watching on a small screen like a phone, they may miss it as it is kind of at the start of the video.

 

Curious when they will debut it without the camo? Detroit in Jan? But even then Sales & orders for the 2016's will still be just getting going.

I know they begin building the 2016 in October, but imagine with winter & dealer stock up, it will still be just getting underway in terms of sales.

Archived

This topic is now archived and is closed to further replies.

Go to topic listing

  • Latest Articles

  • Posts

    • bwiese
      seat base height *lowering* (base 40/20/40 seat, 2026 1500 WT std cab)

      By bwiese · Posted

      Folks, Have a great new 2026 WT  (std cab, 2.7/4WD) w/base 40/20/40 mech adj bench "fake buckets"  (with lower and upper center console) heavy vinyl seats.  Overall the seats are very comfortable and the vinyl is heavy and appears less likely to 'split out'. Am very tall (6'5")  + a bad back/osteporosis/former hyperparathyroidism so ease/range of movement is a bit restricted.  The truck rides a bit high and I use a nerf step bar w/my left foot to step in, then I put right foot/leg in, drag my butt in  & get seated.  Worked fine in my 2018 RAM quadCab. But I end up dragging my butt over the left raised sidecushsion area of vinyl seat, and due to texture there's fair amount of traction on slide inward.  (ArmorAll didn't improve.) If the seat were even ~1/2" - 3/4" lower it'd be helpful, but base seats just have the forward/backward underseat bail and the side lever for tilt which really doesn't affect seat height.   I really don't want to 'de-puff' the left side sidecushion forming the  fake 'bucket'. I know one company sells 'seat elevator blocks':  but is there a simple way of lowering the height of the driver seat instead?   Thanks Bill W San Jose  
    • bwiese
      on-wheel cellphone control: 2026 1500 WT (2.7L 4WD std cab)

      By bwiese · Posted

      I have a basic 2026 1500 WT  (2.7L/4WD reg cab shorttbed). Comfy, generally happy with electronics/radio - but is there a way I can add switches to steering wheel right-side position (curr. empty) so I can adjust volume, push phone button to voice dial, etc? Bill W San Jose  
    • Tyler Gibbs
      Travel Trailer 2024 2500 HD 6.6 Gas Engine ?

      By Tyler Gibbs · Posted

      The curb weight on a 1 ton crew cab long bed is around 7k lbs.  Now, I don't know where you went to school but 9k is not more than 2x 7k lbs. More than 2x 7k lbs would be 14k+.   With that said, obviously yes you're going to feel a 9k lb trailer when slowing down.  I already said, when accelerating.  When changing lanes?  No.  But if you look at the context of what was quoted, the original person said, "after a mile or two..." which means that would be after the accelerating portion and you're driving a generally steady pace.  Please do learn to read and comprehend.
    • sFrank
      2026 Silverado Range AFM DFM ECU loaction

      By sFrank · Posted

      So I purchased the Range unit for my 2026 and I am seeing different locations suggested for the ECM . Can anyone confirm wither under hood, left side or right side or behind the wheelwell?
    • No F-bdy Bs
      Dave's Auto (custom engine builder) tear down of L8T

      By No F-bdy Bs · Posted

      Like I've said before. Di and Carbon buildup is not that big of a concern. Engine had minimal buildup, and that engine was obviously not super well maintained. Do regular oil changes, and you're gtg as long as the rest of the truck lasts. Also, the High Pressure FP that people ****** about, but can't tell you why.  Now, I wish they'd trash the variable oil pump. No real world issues with them, but I'll gladly eat whatever miniscule MPG it's saving me in favor of more oil at all RPMs.    Curious to see his assessment of the 7.3 compared to the 6.6. I expect he'll praise the port inj, but from a structural standpoint, the 6.6 is as robust as any engine out there.    Not to take away from the 7.3. I feel it's equally as good as the 6.6.     As to heat on the rear cyls, I'd have to see numerous examples before I'd say it's an issue. Especially not knowing the history of that engine. For all is known, they could have blown a rad hose, and ran it hot, and the 2 rear cyls may be the first to get hot in a low coolant situation, but not be an issue aside from that. 

  • GM-Trucks.com Clubs

  • Popular Contributors

×
×
  • Create New...