2014 Camaro Z/28 the Most Track-capable Camaro Ever
NEW YORK – Chevrolet introduced the restyled 2014 Camaro line at the New York Auto Show, including the return of the Z/28, the most iconic model in Camaro history.
The 2014
Camaro models feature a revised exterior design that integrates
high-performance aerodynamics for more efficient cooling and stability at high
speeds. The new Camaro Z/28 also features a full aerodynamics package that
creates downforce at speed, which helps make it the most track-capable offering
in Camaro’s history.
“As
the ultimate track-capable Camaro, this car restores the mission of the
original Z/28, and serves as a testament to the expertise of Chevrolet as the
best-selling brand of performance cars,” said Mark Reuss, president, GM North
America. “The build sheet is the wish list of any racer: lightweight,
high-revving, dry-sump LS7 engine; carbon-ceramic brakes; integrated coolers
for track use; true aerodynamic downforce, and a significant reduction in curb
weight. This car could only come from Chevrolet, and could only be called the
Z/28.”
The
first Camaro Z/28 was introduced in 1967, created to compete in the Sports Car
Club of America's Trans-Am 2 class. It featured a smaller, lighter, 302-cubic-inch
V-8 for improved weight balance, as well as quick-ratio steering and a
heavy-duty suspension for track use. In keeping with its road-racing focus, the
1967 Camaro Z/28 was not available with an automatic transmission or air
conditioning.
While
the new Camaro Z/28 is not intended to compete in a specific race series, it is
solely focused on track capability. In initial testing, the Camaro Z/28 is
three seconds faster per lap than the Camaro ZL1. That extra speed comes from
three areas:
- Increased grip: The Z/28 is capable of 1.05 g in cornering acceleration, due to comprehensive chassis revisions
- Increased stopping power: the Z/28 features Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes capable of 1.5 g in deceleration, and consistent brake feel, lap after lap
- Reduced curb weight: The
