As it stands right now, will you get a V6 or V8?

As some have noticed, we disciples have noted how surprising the V6 Camaro was and this has been followed by some great posts filled with hope and plans for the V6 (like this one (http://www.camaroz28.com/forums/showthread.php?t=606424)). It seems the tide has changed, and having been able to actually drive the V6 Camaro, this is a good thing.

Going purely on what information has been presented as speculation here...

What is it going to be in YOUR 2010 Camaro??

Vote!

That depends Mr. Deciple. If you have more info to share with us from the recent Milford trip about what to expect for a V8 in the 2010 Camaro. ;) Then we have something to compare it to.

I would think many on this site are V8 loving enthusiasts and would need to be convinced to go for the V6. That will mean we'll need to know about the V8 and things like sticker price, power and curb weight.

Then you would vote for the 5th option down. This is going purely on what information has been presented as speculation here...

Then you would vote for the 5th option down. This is going purely on what information has been presented as speculation here...


Well I tried.... :D 5th option it is. Although for me unless the V8 is priced high so that people are almost forced to buy a V6, I still want the V8.
But I'm very glad to hear the V6 Camaro is shaping up to be a great car.

So having driven the V6 manual where is your vote going?

Well I tried.... :D

I am too sharp to fall for that one.

So having driven the V6 manual where is your vote going?

I am too sharp to fall for that one, too.

;)

V8 here all the way. Even if it spends more time in my garage then Id like. Dont care, I want the first Camaro I get to buy NEW to be exactly what I want. V8/manual.

I plan on waiting for the supercharged V8 version.

V8 for me, it will be the first brand new car i buy, and it will be a v8 car thats for sure! lol

I am loving the idea of a 300 HP 6 speed V6, low option,blah blah.
Add FI to that car, that would be VERY NICE. Good on gas, excellent DD.

However, I like the idea of a 6.2 M6 car even more. Unless the V8 car is priced WAY out of my affordability, thats what Ill be getting.
Its all speculation until September though.:cool:

I would get the v6 if they offered some type of apperance package for it, similar to what they do for v6 mustangs.

Jury's still out on this one. I voted V8, unless there's only around 50 HP difference. I don't see that happening, though. I still need to see prices and specs to totally make up my mind.

I still want a V8, that's a top-priority. But what's good news, is that if they price it well out of my range (like, 32k+ for just the V8 with no options), then there will be no "settling" for a V6. After everything we've been told...it's shaping up to be one badass car!!

This isn't your average V6 by a long shot - so I would in NO WAY be disappointed in getting one.
:D But I still want a V8.

I voted for the V6 assuming it's the direct injected version and it's backed with a 6 speed manual and it's as quick as I suspect it is and....
...if GM DOESN'T put a governer on top speed, even if it this has to be part of a performance package.

If I were to stick with a V8, my short list of cars isn't limited to the Camaro. The Challenger R/T, the 2010 Mustang GT, and the Pontiac G8 ST truck are all very high on my list.

I demand a quick car and being out west with plenty of freeways that are straight, flat, and lightly traveled gives me occasional opportunity to indulge briefly in high speed bursts. But I also put some serious miles on my cars (my 2002 B4C is about to turn over 180K miles, 80K I put on in just 3 years). That means fuel prices are also an issue.

The thing I liked about my SC is that it got great freeway mileage, yet it could handle the occasional street challenge or freeway Grand Prix.

I don't need a gazillion horsepower or need the biggest, most powerful engine as long as I get to 60 mph in well under 6 seconds

I am too sharp to fall for that one.



I am too sharp to fall for that one, too.

;)

:lol: One of you will crack. It's a long time until Sept. and even longer if info was gained on the covnert or top model. Resistance is futile. ;)

would have to be the V8 to be worth it for a Camaro. Learned my lesson with the 3800. LS3 or nothing.

No replacement for displacement. :death:

That V6 better be real good! It certainly isn't winning this poll.

Hmm, Camaro enthusiast website, you think the numbers might be a little skewed compared to the general populace?

I wanted a V8 but it doesn't look like its going to be under 30k so I going to pick the V6 for now, but it could change at the time it shows up in the show room.

I am getting a V8 if its priced under 30k, if it's not will just get a used C6(plan b).

I get 17mpg avg right now in my truck, and if the V8 gets worse than that.. well I don't see that happening so I will be gaining on the gas front(with either the vette or camaro).

if chevy comes out with a new camaro that has a decent amount of power and good gas millage and around 23-25k for a v6 i might just go for the v6 an i wasnt planing on buying a new camaro.

with me the v6 is gona be the deal breaker. i hope that this engine will also have a good amount of aftermarket for it to.

I plan on stepping up to a V8. I'm glad the V6 Camaro will finally have some respectable power from the factory, but I'll be trading in my '98 V6 for an SS next year.

When the time comes for me to buy a 5th gen, I will test drive a V6, just to be sure.

However, I'd estimate that the odds of me buying a V6 instead of a V8 are about 1 in 1000.

would have to be the V8 to be worth it for a Camaro. Learned my lesson with the 3800. LS3 or nothing.

Ditto. Went with a 3800 on my first Y87/M5 Camaro and while it was a good and reliable car, MUCH more reliable and with better handling than my current Z28, it never really felt like a "Camaro" and for the TEN years that I owned/drove it, I always felt I was missing out.

I'm sure the V6 is going to be a great car, but if I were to buy a new Camaro, it would have to be a V8.

Ditto. Went with a 3800 on my first Y87/M5 Camaro and while it was a good and reliable car, MUCH more reliable and with better handling than my current Z28, it never really felt like a "Camaro" and for the TEN years that I owned/drove it, I always felt I was missing out.

I'm sure the V6 is going to be a great car, but if I were to buy a new Camaro, it would have to be a V8.

Wow. Exactly put. it was pretty quick but I always just wished it was the LS1. My 69 350 2 bbl I wished was a 302 cross ram. If I get the V6 Ill wish it was the LS3. just something personal to me. If I get the Camaro it will be the LS3

I think no matter how good that V6 car is alot of people still might feel that way you did. When it comes to the Camaro, most people really want a V8 regardless of what they buy. I have felt that way before too. Probably not gonna be a V8 below $30,000 though with options and all so get used to it I guess.

I think no matter how good that V6 car is alot of people still might feel that way you did. When it comes to the Camaro, most people really want a V8 regardless of what they buy. I have felt that way before too.

The majority of V6 buyers aren't looking for the 'Camaro' experience anyways: they're not looking for the V8. They're just looking for a awesome-looking car that they can be proud of and show off. They might just want the name. But if the car is truly as good as the disciples have described, these people are going to get the Camaro experience whether they wanted it or not. 300hp is 300hp no matter where it's coming from. And the team doesn't sound like they just threw the V6 model together as an afterthought; so it's bound to perform admirably, whatever a person's opinion of V6s might be.

Then you've got the people who don't NEED a V8. They want one, in fact they drool over it just thinking about it, but it's not a do-or-die factor so long as the performance is there. People like me.;) The good news this time around, is that if we end up having to buy the V6 model (for whatever reason) we won't have to "settle" for anything. This car won't be a slouch that makes us wish we had a V8 every time we drive it.

I want a V8. If things go the way I plan...I'll have a V8. But I'm going to test-drive both; because this potent little V6 is more than worth that much. If things don't go as planned, I know I won't be disappointed in purchasing the V6 model.

Probably not gonna be a V8 below $30,000 though with options and all so get used to it I guess.
If the G8 could do it, the Camaro can do it. Count on it.;)

After hearing all you guys and gals talk, I'll need to see and drive the V6 before I make up my mind, and before I was all V8. This car is reminding me of the old Buick T-Types and GNs from '86 and '87 (I think someone else already said this too). Those were some fun cars, and i thought seriously about trying to trade my '85 IROC for an '87 GNX in Greenville, SC (kinda wish I had now!)
Anyway, the real engine that I want though is neither the DI V6 OR the premiere V8. I WANT THE DIRECT INJECTED V8, and I hope it's not that long a time in coming!:D

with me the v6 is gona be the deal breaker. i hope that this engine will also have a good amount of aftermarket for it to.

Oh you can bet the aftermarket for all models of Camaro is gonna be huge. As far as
the V8 vs V6 debate goes, if you ever bought a car and regretted getting the smaller
engine then you better get the V8. Even if the V6 is a kick ass motor your nature
will always be telling you you have less. For me, this is not the case, I could give
a crap if someone thinks my car would be anything less with the V6. As long as I am
personally happy with the car that's all that matters and no one can ruin it for me.
Having said that, I am leaning towards the V8, but am anxiously waiting to see what
kind of performer the top line V6 is gonna be. :)

Oh you can bet the aftermarket for all models of Camaro is gonna be huge. As far as
the V8 vs V6 debate goes, if you ever bought a car and regretted getting the smaller
engine then you better get the V8. Even if the V6 is a kick ass motor your nature
will always be telling you you have less. For me, this is not the case, I could give
a crap if someone thinks my car would be anything less with the V6. As long as I am
personally happy with the car that's all that matters and no one can ruin it for me.
Having said that, I am leaning towards the V8, but am anxiously waiting to see what
kind of performer the top line V6 is gonna be. :)

i just figure with the way gas is going plus the price of the car it just wont be worth it to me to get a v8. i have had 4,6,8 cylinders i have 2 corvettes 2 camaro and ton of other cars. one of my favorite cars right now is my little cobalt. i think 300hp is enogh power to make it a fun car while hope fully not guzzling up gas. i really dont feel the need for 430 hp or more.

for me id like it if it had a 300hp v6 that got fairly good millage. the and i like some after market not because of speed but just because i like to tinker. for some reason i just cant seem to leave things alone with out playing with them a little.

by the way if you think about it 300 hp is more then lt1 probably wont have the trq but still.

If they produce a turbo V6 I would have a real hard time choosing between a V8 and a V6. :D

If it's a NA V6 and a V8 I would probably go for the top dog balls to the wall V8.

If the 6 comes out as described, I'd seriously consider it. Give me a good short shifter though please.

I'd still be leaning toward an 8, but economics will definitely play a factor.

Ditto. Went with a 3800 on my first Y87/M5 Camaro and while it was a good and reliable car, MUCH more reliable and with better handling than my current Z28, it never really felt like a "Camaro" and for the TEN years that I owned/drove it, I always felt I was missing out.

I'm sure the V6 is going to be a great car, but if I were to buy a new Camaro, it would have to be a V8.

I can totally understand your logic and thinking, and your desire to get a V8 when your previous Camaro was a V6, but I'm not sure how direct a comparison you can draw between a 200 horsepower, cast iron, pushrod v6 and a 300+ horsepower all aluminum DOHC direct injected V6.

My "opinions":...
At 3800lbs or there'about I don't suspect stellar performance from even a 300hp v6, with much less torque than the V8...or even a tremendous handling advantage from a few pound lighter V6.
I see it as a way of "settling" or being "practical" about buying a performance ICON..
One that people usually regret after driving it a while, but opting for the full V8 Camaro experience, smiling everytime the hop in and turn the key.
The sound, the feel, the rumble, the awsome torque!!!..:bow:
For kids getting their feet wet, graduating from a Honda or Toyota, that's fine...but for people like me, it has to be a V8.:metal:

I am getting a V8 stick car. If I drive one after they come out and it doesn't float my boat, I'm getting a lightly used Shelby GT500. I can not wait 2-3 more years for the top dog Camaro to come out, and the crazy ADM that is sure to come with it to go away.

I have a very good friend with a GT500 that I have driven several times..... It is not overrated.

I'll no longer be buying a new Camaro :(

I'll probably get a used V-6 in a few years if gas is still reasonable.

If they produce a turbo V6 I would have a real hard time choosing between a V8 and a V6. :D

If it's a NA V6 and a V8 I would probably go for the top dog balls to the wall V8.

That's about what I was thinking. (a suprcharged V6 would be fine as well)

I have a very good friend with a GT500 that I have driven several times..... It is not overrated.

Yeah, but you have to put up with the god awful looks. :barf::barf::barf:

I would still get the v8. If I wanted a v6 sporty car, I would end up getting the Challenger (being a long time Camaro fan, it was hard to make that decision :cry: ). The Challenger is better looking IMHO, so if I were to skimp on power, I'd go for the looks.

But, I know the v8 Camaro will trounce the SRT8 when it comes out. So, its either a v8 Camaro or v6 Challenger for me.

I rented and drove an '06, V6 Mustang for 3 days...it left me wanting more.
Yes, it was adequate, compared to Toyota's or Honda's or other V6 sedans and SUV's...but not even close to a GT!...
It seems to hunt gears more, probably b/c of lower torque, in hilly areas, or under moderate accelerations...it revved more than it moved.
And gas milage wasn't far off the GT, ofcourse I did run the A/C...and it did make it feel more sluggish as well.

I rented and drove an '06, V6 Mustang for 3 days...it left me wanting more.
Yes, it was adequate, compared to Toyota's or Honda's or other V6 sedans and SUV's...but not even close to a GT!...
It seems to hunt gears more, probably b/c of lower torque, in hilly areas, or under moderate accelerations...it revved more than it moved.
And gas milage wasn't far off the GT, ofcourse I did run the A/C...and it did make it feel more sluggish as well.

Add another gear to the tranny, 100 horsepower, and drop some weight and see if that makes a difference.

Add another gear to the tranny, 100 horsepower, and drop some weight and see if that makes a difference.

Drop another 100 horsepower and add two more cylinders and then you will have an SS. Lets see if that makes a difference.

Drop another 100 horsepower and add two more cylinders and then you will have an SS. Lets see if that makes a difference.
What?

First of all, the SS should have more than 200 horsepower. I'm going to assume you meant "add another 100 horsepower and two more cylinders".

Second, I responded to a post where someone used a V6 Mustang as (presumably) an explanation for why they'd buy the V8 Camaro.

Using a V6 Mustang to explain why you'll buy a V8 Camaro doesn't make any sense.

What?

First of all, the SS should have more than 200 horsepower. I'm going to assume you meant "add another 100 horsepower and two more cylinders".

Second, I responded to a post where someone used a V6 Mustang as (presumably) an explanation for why they'd buy the V8 Camaro.

Using a V6 Mustang to explain why you'll buy a V8 Camaro doesn't make any sense.

People want V8 because of the power it offers. Everyone most likely owned a V6, but you will find less people that own a powerful V8. No matter if it’s a Camary or a Mustang to an average guy when they hear V8 they associate power. Don't get me wrong I not saying V8 is the all mighty and V6 is inferior. The only reason most people will buy a V6 over a V8 is because the V8 is out of their budget.

I have a 4cyl Fusion(company car and free gas:cool:) and 90% of the time the power is good enough to get me going where I need to. I don't necessarily need a V8, but always wanted one. I don't need all the power, but it's nice to romp on it once a while and get a little adrenaline going for the passengers...and I.
I've always wanted to own a V8 Camaro since I was in elementary school just because it's a V8 and it's fast. Now that I think about it, is it because the rest of the engine line up wasn't really great? In fact, in the past the whole industry didn't have much fast cars. Now there are really fast 6cyl cars, 4-door cars, SUVs, etc. that can really go. And now, in the Camaro it has good motors no matter the cylinder count, how would that affect my purchasing decision now? Because the motor option below the V8 is actually good.

So I voted the 5th option.

Got to get the V8. Which V8 I don't know. Probably a SS in case they release an uber Camaro to close out the fifth gen. Cause then I'll want to trade in the SS on that. I have to think that eventually direct injection is going to make it into the V8s.

Want the V-8.....at a good price. If I settle for a V-6, then I would be content....only for a while. True happiness is found in a V8.

Using a V6 Mustang to explain why you'll buy a V8 Camaro doesn't make any sense.Neither does using horsepower figures alone, based on some other model far different than any ponycar.

The V8, is about much more than just "more power", it's an "experience all its own. The sound, the feel, the torque, the respect, the "cool factor", then there's the 'lil power advantage!;):D
Not to mention a lifetime long, established Aftermarket!

Maybe it's just the fact that I began with carb'ed, torquey, V8 sports cars...but I really, really, like high performing V8 powered cars!:cool:

V8's rule. But possible $5 a gallon gas changes that in a way.

I can totally understand your logic and thinking, and your desire to get a V8 when your previous Camaro was a V6, but I'm not sure how direct a comparison you can draw between a 200 horsepower, cast iron, pushrod v6 and a 300+ horsepower all aluminum DOHC direct injected V6.

Cant speak for him but Im drawing a direct comparison. Almost like adjusting for inflation... 200 hp was alot at the time for a V6.

V8 all the way. This poll seems to agree with that notion.

v8 all the way!

Ill be buying a V6, and Im not going to lie, it will probably be a slightly used V6 about a year after its been out. I have no desire to fork over money for a new car when someone else can eat the initial cost for me, and I dont need 400+ horsepower. Now there was a time about a year ago that I thought for sure I would be buying a brand new V8 as soon as It came out, but as I sit right now, that just doesnt seem sensible to me. 400hp would be nice, but my 95 put down about 360 to the wheels and I never use all of that. I dont drag race. I dont street race. I probably will never take it to a road course. I dont need that 400hp with where Im at in my life. As for the probability that I will buy one used, that is a little harder of a decision for me. I would love to own the car from the beginning and be the only owner, especially with a car Ive been waiting years for. But Ive always looked at buying a new car as such a poor way to spend your money. So Ill probably wait for them to trickle onto the used market. Sorry GM. It will be tempting to go pick one up off the lot once theyre there though, they did a good job of that from the looks of things.

Why buy a V6 based on gas prices? I doubt the V6 will get more than 2-3 mpg better than the V8, especially if the V8 has DOD. That is nothing. You would never notice the difference.
I do not know the MPG ratings yet, but assuming the V6 gets 25mpg and the V8 gets 22mpg, average driving of 12,000 miles per year - V6 uses 480 gallons per year while the V8 uses 545 gallons per year which is a 65 gallon per year difference. That comes down to 1.65 gallons per week more in the V8. Is it really worth buying a V6 for such a small savings in gas?

12,000/25=480
12,000/22=545
545-480=65
65/52=1.65
1.65*$4.00per gallon = $6.60 per week
1.65*$5.00per gallon = $8.25 per week.

If you drive less, there will be even less difference.
Also, the higher mileage the cars get, the less difference you will see:
V6 - 28mpg V8 - 25mpg (Still a 3mpg difference)
The V6 will use 428gallons/year the V8 will use 480gallons/year
The V8 will use 51 gallons per year more which is less than one gallon per week.
Most people throw away more money than that without even noticing on things like Alcohol, tobacco, fast foods, drinks from gas stations etc..

There is no way I will sacrifice the engine I want for a few dollars per week.
Even at $10 per gallon there is only a $10-$16 per week difference. That is not enough to bankrupt anyone.

Agreed. Insurance and price tag would be more of an issue to me. I've used the same argument to people driving 15 mi. out of the way to save $.10 a gallon.

Many people will buy a V6, and we should all be thankful because it will fuel the continued success of the Camaro.

But...if you want to know what cars will hold your attention, and it's value as a muscle car, you only need to revisit recent history.

I can remember when GM put the 3800 in the 4th gen all the magazines and dealers mad a huge deal about how stellar of a motor it was. MANY comparisons were made to the V8's of old, just as they will be making them with the 5th gen. Maybe the 3800 is a great motor, (I'm sure there is more than one person on this board that likes that motor), but take a look at the prices, aftermarket, and people factor of a V6 vs V8 4th gen. In my book there is no comparison. You will keep or fondly remember your 5th gen because of its rowdy V8, not the economical V6.

IMO the only way that the V6 will have any staying power is if GM can pull off something like the GN's where the turbo V6's are scary fast and have the room for modifications that will push it past a slightly modified V8 car.

If I could afford the V6, I will get the V6. If I could afford the V8, I will get the V8. If I can only afford a 3rd gen 5.0L TPI w/auto, then I will get that.

It's about what I can afford of what I want. I've learned the mistakes of the previous generations credit problems.(home ownership "ARM" included)

If I can afford the V6 Firebird I want, I'll get that over the 3rd gen first. It's a bit safer, better mileage on fuel and wear, and parts are easier to find.

Definitely a V8! I wanted a Z/28, but I'm sure it will be priced out or reach for me. So I'll probably get an SS, do some mods to it and rock that bad boy up and down the streets of Central Ohio :cool: