All things being equal
09-06-2004, 06:28 PM
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All things being equal
If a lt1 and a ls1 were both producing the same #'s to the ground (lets say 350hp and 370tq), and were driven by the same person in identical weather conditions (basically all things being equal). What variance will there be in the 0-60, 1/4mi, and trap speed? 
(if any at all). . . . I ask this because I've read so much about the top end speed of the ls1 motor. If there's a difference, what is the cause/reason(s)? To my understanding all the specs between a 93-97 and 98-02 are the same (except the motor). Is it simply a more efficient motor? Why do so many prefer the ls1? It's definately faster stock but it also costs a few grands more to own one. I'm sure the answer to this can get very technical, but I'm very curious!
(if any at all). . . . I ask this because I've read so much about the top end speed of the ls1 motor. If there's a difference, what is the cause/reason(s)? To my understanding all the specs between a 93-97 and 98-02 are the same (except the motor). Is it simply a more efficient motor? Why do so many prefer the ls1? It's definately faster stock but it also costs a few grands more to own one. I'm sure the answer to this can get very technical, but I'm very curious!
09-06-2004, 06:32 PM
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Re: All things being equal
Originally Posted by z-rated 97
If a lt1 and a ls1 were both producing the same #'s to the ground (lets say 350hp and 370tq), and were driven by the same person in identical weather conditions (basically all things being equal). What variance will there be in the 0-60, 1/4mi, and trap speed? (if any at all). . . . I ask this because I've read so much about the top end speed of the ls1 motor. If there's a difference, what is the cause/reason(s)? To my understanding all the specs between a 93-97 and 98-02 are the same (except the motor). Is it simply a more efficient motor? Why do so many prefer the ls1? It's definately faster stock but it also costs a few grands more to own one. I'm sure the answer to this can get very technical, but I'm very curious!
(if any at all). . . . I ask this because I've read so much about the top end speed of the ls1 motor. If there's a difference, what is the cause/reason(s)? To my understanding all the specs between a 93-97 and 98-02 are the same (except the motor). Is it simply a more efficient motor? Why do so many prefer the ls1? It's definately faster stock but it also costs a few grands more to own one. I'm sure the answer to this can get very technical, but I'm very curious!And I think this statement is the oxymoron of the day:
To my understanding all the specs between a 93-97 and 98-02 are the same (except the motor).
09-06-2004, 06:45 PM
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Re: All things being equal
Originally Posted by RamAir95TA
The peak HP and TQ of each motor will determine trap speed and ET. Generally, LS1 cylinder heads flow nearly 18% better than LT1 heads, which is why they really shine in the upper RPMs.
And I think this statement is the oxymoron of the day:
And I think this statement is the oxymoron of the day:
. . . .You're right! 
. . . . .what I was trying to say was that they both use the same tranny, suspension, wheels/tires, curb weight being about equal, etc.!!!
09-06-2004, 07:02 PM
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Re: All things being equal
Originally Posted by Shackleford
The transmissions aren't exactly the same.
So...they are the same.
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