The sixth-generation Chevy Camaro may be headed for the door following the end of the 2024 model year, but that doesn’t mean it doesn’t have what it takes to throw a few punches before walking into the sunset. That includes bringing the heat to that all-time classic Camaro rival, the Ford Mustang, as seen in the following in-depth track test video.
Coming to us from the folks at Throttle House, this 28-minute track test video includes a few drag races (both from a dig and from a roll), as well as some apex-hunting on a road course. The video ends with some analysis and conclusions.
As for the specific models in play, the GM camp is represented by the Chevy Camaro 2SS 1LE, which is showing up to the party with the naturally aspirated 6.2L V8 LT1 gasoline engine under the hood. Output is rated at a maximum of 455 horsepower at 6,000 rpm and 455 pound-feet of torque at 4,400 rpm, which, in this particular example, is directed rearwards by the optional GM 10-speed automatic transmission.
This example is also fitted with the optional SS 1LE Track Performance package, which adds in goodies like Recaro front bucket seats, a rear blade spoiler, a satin black hood wrap, performance-tuned suspension with Magnetic Ride Control, an electronic limited-slip diff, Brembo brakes, and more.
Over in the other lane, however, we find the Ford Mustang GT Premium, which is showing up with the Performance Package installed. Under the hood is Ford’s 5.0L V8 engine, which doles out 486 horsepower and 418 pound-feet of torque. Notably, the drag race in this comparison also includes the Ford F-150 FP700, which is bringing 700 horsepower and 590 pound-feet of torque to play thanks to its supercharged 5.0L V8.
Will the Chevy Camaro have what it takes to fend off the two Fords? Hit play to find out:
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Gen6 Camaro is hard to beat. This video is more evidence of that.
Throttle House is usually a good time. Glad they gave the Gen6 Camaro one more go with the new Mustang. Now we just need Jason Cammisa to give it a proper send off on Icons.
Such sad times. Goodbye Camaro. Been nice knowing you. R.I.P.
Don’t worry, in 9 or 10 years you can buy the 2023 Camaro 2SS 1LE that I purchased this past April 20th and plan to drive kind of sparingly during the next 9 or 10 years. I predict I’ll get about twice the sticker price at that time. Of course, since they might still be making some iteration of the current Mustang, I’m betting my appreciation will outpace that of a 2023 Mustang GT, but time will tell. Just look at BaT to estimate what a 2023 Camaro will bring in 2032 or 2033.
The best part is that it’s a USED Camaro 1LE…lol.
That’s a brutally honest comment about GM letting Camaro go out with a whimper, compared with what Dodge has done; and boy, you’d have a hard time telling those 2 rear fenders apart. Nobody at Ford thought that was problematic? Looking ‘familiar’ is one thing, but those arches are damn near identical.
Looks like Karen Motors is giving up on the Camaro and wants to sell electric CUVs to old women.
You’ll see the Camaro again. Maybe not as a ICE car, but there will still be a performance version. However, for me the manual clutch is the reason for such a car. Yes, we’ll all be sorry to see that go the way of the dodo bird, but I doubt you could have stood in the way of the advent of indoor plumbing either.
Such a disgrace to a great vehicle. At least Ford has updated the Mustang throughout the last 8 years with HP/TQ upgrades, along with a new face lift. Thanks Mary for abandoning the Camaro!!!
Not sure what you think is a disgrace. Obviously, you have not driven a Gen 6 2SS 1LE. Nothing disgraceful about it.
An older 6th gen Camaro SS 1LE does a good job against a twice upgraded and power added Mustang
Morons are running GM
Instead of SS Camaro how about using the ZL1? They never want to talk about that.
I had this same discussion with a friend of mine who purchased a Mustang at a higher than the GT trim level and was trying to compare it to my 2SS 1LE. I informed him correctly that he should be comparing to a ZL1. However, when comparing an SS 1LE, the Mustang GT is the correct “price point comparison”. Glad I coukd give you the definitive answer to your very straight forward question.
Also, who wants a “dime a dozen” Mustang? Where I live, all the grocery clerks drive one.
Coming from a lifelong Chevy guy, Chevy hasn’t kept up with the competition in the horsepower wars for several years now, not to mention the lack of ANY advertising for the Camaro. I remember when Chevy actually listened to the consumer (I haven’t heard anyone say, “Gee, I wish they’d cancel the Camaro.”). For me, this is the last straw. I’m tired of being consistently disappointed by Chevy, not taking anything away from the Camaro. It’s a great car, but apparently Chevy doesn’t care if the competition is greater. Nobody’s idiotic fault but your own, Chevy. Thanks for nothing, Mary. Goodbye.
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