Camaro ZL1 - The Definition of "Muscle Car"

Rumors have spread since the first Camaro concept was revealed of a high-performance Z/28 model, but GM has decided to call the top of the line Camaro the ZL1 instead- a legendary designation. The original Camaro ZL-1 was made for the 1969 model year, and had a 427ci V8 under the hood. The engine was rated at around 400hp but in reality it was believed to have around 550hp, making it the most powerful production Camaro ever- until now. The new ZL-1 has a detuned version of the Corvette's supercharged LS9 motor- in this case the LSA- putting out 550 hp. The ZL1 gets a variety of handling and performance upgrades to make it a truly capable track car, as well as a new body kit inspired by the Camaro in Transformers 3 Dark of the Moon. We'll have to wait and see how competitors Ford and Dodge respond to this new car.

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