Talking 2014 Chevrolet Camaro Z/28 with Chief Engineer Al Oppenheiser! Wide Open Throttle Ep. 74

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11 жыл бұрын

Special guest Al Oppenheiser, Chief Engineer at General Motors, sits down with Jessi Lang, Carlos Lago, Elana Scherr and Scott Evans to talk about the new Camaro Z/28.
While the street/track ZL1 utilizes a supercharged 6.2-liter V-8 to provide its 580 hp and 556 lb-ft of torque, the Z/28 utilizes the outgoing Corvette Z06's 7.0-liter naturally aspirated LS7 V-8. Final power figures have not been announced, but Chevrolet promises at least 500 hp and 470 lb-ft of torque. The LS7 was selected over the supercharged LSA for its broad torque curve and high 7000-rpm redline, which makes it well-suited for high-speed track driving. Both the engine and Tremec TR606 six-speed manual transmission, the only available, have dedicated high-capacity cooling systems.
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@paulpatrulescu9976 5 жыл бұрын

Z/28 is a must own for any purist. Amazing piece of machinery

@bigbluezo6 10 жыл бұрын

Al is the best engineer his passion for car's and winning is great for camaro keep this guy gm the gen. 6 camaro is going to be amazing

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Reply 1 of 3 Active exhaust is a system that utilizes vacuum from the intake manifold, coupled with twin valves at the tailpipe to create an aggressive exhaust tuning for a production exhaust system. It gives you an aggressive exhaust note during start-up, as well as during an aggressive drive-away. The great thing about the active exhaust (AKA 'dual mode') is that because the valves open & close to changing flow of exhaust, it does not become overwhelming while cruising at steady speeds.

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

We actually have a fast shifting Automatic - the one in the ZL1 Automatic. The changes we made to pre-fill the clutch based on driver input of throttle position, gear, and engine rpm give us seamless, quicker, almost instant shifts. We also do quick 6-4-2 downshifts to improve shift time. -Al Oppenheiser

@Estebeezy 10 жыл бұрын

Honestly if I save more idc if I choose this or the zl1 it's still a camaro and they both are beasts

@Mykford1 10 жыл бұрын

Why does GM and Ford spend so much time battling each other? We need to focus on beating the foreign automakers, get the crown then compete with each other.

@DetPaul187 10 жыл бұрын

Couldn't have said it better myself. It should be a global focus.

@MRA355 7 жыл бұрын

Infidel Lives Matter True

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

The ZL1 has what we call 'Grave-digger' for a diff. It has about a 25% higher pre-load from the factory to handle the outstanding launches you can do in a ZL1. The Z/28 has a helical diff, geared specifically for the track,and while it will still get down the strip for great 0-60 and quarter mile times, our testing has it slightly slower than the ZL1 times, even with the awesome grip of those tires. -Al Oppenheiser

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rob! It was great to be there last week; I'll be on this week's WOT as well. Jessi

@ZakDeckich 8 жыл бұрын

cant stop staring at her nose

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Many thanks to our viewers for posting so many outstanding comments and questions. Your inquiries were so interesting, in fact, that Al Oppenheiser himself has offered to provide answers for you. Check out his replies in the threaded comments below! Jessi

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

That's awesome to hear, Dave! Thanks for letting us know!

@SuzukiKid400 11 жыл бұрын

I haven't been so excited about a car video on youtube ever. Thanks Al for this badass machine!!!

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Reply 1 of 2 No, we did not take out the back seats-- after all, Chevrolet already has a 2 seater - called a Corvette. We did, however, re-engineer the rear seat to use lighter weight foam and trim, and eliminated the fold-down feature and associated hardware, also to lighten the mass.

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Reply 3 of 3 Other times of low throttle or cruising speeds, the valves close, & the exhaust sounds like a normal V8 (or V6 as the case may be - we offer it on our V6, too). -Al Oppenheiser

@jimmmyz169 11 жыл бұрын

That guy is awesome. Very inspirational how he loves the car and is a purist at heart. That genuine care and concern for a vehicle and not just looking at sales figures is nice to see in this day and age.

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

ZL1 is the ultimate Camaro for the street, track, and also the drag strip. It carries a mass penalty, though, if we want to be the ultimate road race vehicle ever produced in this segment. The ZL1 does not need any additional parts to make it a track or strip winner. The SS, which the Z/28 comes from, adds ultimate track performance by reducing mass, increasing grip, and offering the best in brakes, with no content added to improve the strip quarter mile time. -Al Oppenheiser

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

We do not currently have a factory roll cage for the Camaro Z/28, however we are looking into the possibility of offering a cage through our Performance Parts Catalog. We're not there, yet, but strongly desire to be ready with one to offer. -Al Oppenheiser

@brianholmes1507 10 жыл бұрын

Cool concept for a show. Great for guys that don't have friends to discuss cars with.

@Sirvalorsax 11 жыл бұрын

Nice to see Jessi again, seems like its been a long time! Keep up the GREAT work MT!!!!!!!!!!

@qwerty96cr 11 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I love it when you guys interview the guys who make the cars as auto enthusiasts, it's so much better than the PR stuff, keep it up.

@XBMD86X 11 жыл бұрын

I am so glad they brought back the Z/28, it looks amazing

@BorkFactor 11 жыл бұрын

That was really interesting, a very unique and enjoyable perspective of what is an incredible car. Keep up the good work!

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Reply 2 of 2 I will say that our competition eliminates the rear seat, and the structure they had to add in its place actually weighs more than the seat (according to their media sight) - not really a track focused decision, don't you think? You can comfortably take your friends for a spin (3 of them, too) in your Z/28 with a rear seat - although they better be close friends - still not a lot of room back there. -Al Oppenheiser

@radz282003 11 жыл бұрын

EPIC interview

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

Reply 2 of 3 How it works - Looking at vehicle gear, engine speed, & competition mode of the vehicle, the valves open during start up or aggressive acceleration, & the driver is rewarded with an impressive, muscular exhaust note. The valves will remain open during deceleration to allow a burble or 'popping' feedback, clearly heard by the driver (& anyone in the vicinity). -Al Oppenheiser

@mrkthmn 11 жыл бұрын

Now I have to wait a week to see part two?! Pain!

@BakaCertified 10 жыл бұрын

Anyone know if that black trim on the bottom can be removed? I mainly can't get myself to like the front trim, it just looks odd to me.

@chrisgagnon4608 10 жыл бұрын

It is not trim, it is called a chin spoiler, and it generates downforce at speed. You do not want to remove it, it serves a vital purpose.

@chadsingleton7632 10 жыл бұрын

get an SS

@ponce1012345 11 жыл бұрын

I love this show! U guys are the best!

@Chrisd5341 11 жыл бұрын

Uncle works for GM and has 1of4 in Canada.. took me for a ride and this thing is SWEET! You guys will LOVE it. Sounds nasty too..

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

So glad to hear it! Who would you like us to invite to the table next week? Jessi

@RobertBritoLee 11 жыл бұрын

This is a big boy interview, professional straight talking, nerdy with the numbers and facts and yet full of soul. (Satisfaction face)

@jkheslekrants 11 жыл бұрын

I want this car! I've been waiting for it for what seems like an eternity! Thank you! Chevrolet

@v1sual3rr0r 11 жыл бұрын

Agreed! Curtain area and not valve count are important when it comes to power. Years ago we lacked the computers needed to model CFD. We lacked the material and manufacturing technology, and the fuel management and delivery systems needed and we relied on a brute force design (4 valves) to make power. Now 2 valve designs have awesome curtain area and make excellent power with great fuel efficiency. Plus they last longer, cost less, weigh less, and are more compact.

@atmacm 11 жыл бұрын

I cant wait to see the review of this car! Hopefully we'll see it on head 2 head!

@loesch8102 11 жыл бұрын

I understand. Thanks for the explanation. I'm surprised at how loud (in a good way) some newer vehicle exhausts are, and I'm surprised that they are allowed pass all the noise regulations.

@MrSaxophoneman1 11 жыл бұрын

Lookin forward to the review! I'm sure itll be great!

@SSinVegas 11 жыл бұрын

back to my original question. what are the willow springs lap times? i'm curious how the Z/28 will stack up with those track beasts.

@hejmuesli 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for those two replies. Did not expect that. I am happy to see that you considered the rear seat and made a qualified decision. Keep up the great work :)

@SiliconeSalad 11 жыл бұрын

I was riveted! Thanks guys and gals. I am a Ford guy and still absolutely appreciate this car!

@gogotide 11 жыл бұрын

thank you for giving that point

@Bens1LE 11 жыл бұрын

@Nick, a little 302 running consistent 12's all day 11's on slicks and lifts the front tires of the ground with no mods to the engine and without going from a 5.7, to a 6.0, to a 6.2, then to a 7.0.

@brycekelso3677 11 жыл бұрын

You have a good reply and I appreciate it,I am a ford and chevy guy

@SSinVegas 11 жыл бұрын

Yep, 7:30 sounds awesome, but possible. Eager to see that. excited about the next generation too for the big 3. curious to see what the folks at 'Vette are cooking up for this generation's Z06 and/or ZR1. 10/4, catch you on the next vid.

@sickjohnson 11 жыл бұрын

Jessi...can't get enough of your voice alone. Just keep getting better and better with this show! Great work guys! Moar!

@MotorTrendWatch 11 жыл бұрын

We'll see what we can do!

@zkleine2001 10 жыл бұрын

beautiful ride-)

@balaboy169 11 жыл бұрын

Hence the z28. Cant wait to see the tests and see em on the street!

@accordv6er 11 жыл бұрын

Thanks to Al. Really neat video. I like the direction they went! Still a tank with MORE is MORE as a theory.... 427 and fatter tires haha

@m.m.6757 2 жыл бұрын

My neighbor has one of only 4 remaining prototypes before the original z28 was built. It’s a 1967 Z27. So rare.

@loesch8102 11 жыл бұрын

How does this "active exhaust" work? Haven't heard of anything like this before.

@TheRacing333 11 жыл бұрын

What about the Boss 302 Laguna Seca how would these two compare?

@SiliconeSalad 11 жыл бұрын

I think the mustang will be playing catch up for now. This Z 28 reminds me so much of the oh so awesome crazy things the big three did back in the 60's and early 70's looking to be in the winners circle. It makes for a better breed all around. It's exciting!

@davidg5965 11 жыл бұрын

are they going to keep the zl1 or not i really need to know

@VaunShiz 11 жыл бұрын

I agree I like that they did that with the GTR track edition

@Cneal83 11 жыл бұрын

The lady was talking about the new lt1 in the new corvette but I love this guy cause I'm a Camaro addict and as a baby was brought home in a 80 z-28

@mikeDC5 11 жыл бұрын

I'm a die hard, blue oval bleeding Ford man, but I like this guys attitude 100%. I like the competitive drive he has to beat the other competitors on a daily basis. He shows respect to the others but also has a goal to succeed over them. With that being said, I will pull for my Ford family all day everyday.

@BrayZap 10 жыл бұрын

Next fall ill be going after a ZL1, Z06, CTS-V coupe, TT RS, Evo X GSR (shitty weather) , and will be looking at a z28, sticking to these pre-reviews until it actually goes to the market

@hejmuesli 11 жыл бұрын

Did they take out the back seats? You would think they would if it's that track focused :)

@Loganthegr8 10 жыл бұрын

I like the fact they're going back to the Z/28, i'm buying one of these in February.

@joshthedrummer1000 11 жыл бұрын

A question I have for Al is how will it do on the quarter mile compared to the ZL1? Will it be quicker than the ZL1?

@SephtheOni 11 жыл бұрын

I see. Though aren't they axing the GT500 to make way for the cobra?

@kcranny9375 11 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to this on the street! Hope it makes it to Europe and Australia where ill be.

@TheGoliver 11 жыл бұрын

Love the wheels!!

@fabulousprofound 11 жыл бұрын

7:09 is there any significance with the datestamp on the display? 02/23/2010?

@joshflocco4247 11 жыл бұрын

It is nice I like it a lot. But I wanna see what SRT does with the challenger/Cuda

@quietjet 11 жыл бұрын

That hood is killer!

@chandlersterling 11 жыл бұрын

When will u be able to test and review it? I really want to know how it does!

@mvnnyss3774 3 жыл бұрын

I just saw the video again and noticed the first inside view of the dash shows brakes worn and a check engine light. I wonder what happened to that z/28😂

@TheLeGeNdPvE 11 жыл бұрын

Yea active exhaust is almost like an electronic or in this case vacuum cutout type of thing where at certain rims or

@Binsif 11 жыл бұрын

I thought at release they said the Z/28 wouldn't have a stereo. I see the added it back?

@14Supercarandreas14 11 жыл бұрын

It looks phenomenal, wow, i love it

@ToulKorkMan 11 жыл бұрын

price?

@acvwest1 10 жыл бұрын

Great clip Jessi! So great the Z/28 is back and bad ass as ever!! My first car out of high school was a factory ordered 1979 Black on Black Z28 for $7k and change. The 2014 is the real deal - a true race car. If I didn't just by a new E92 M3 (V8) before they brought back that stupid turbo six for 2014, this would have been a real contender. Haven't had an American car in a long time. Kudos for GM, Chevrolet and America for bringing back cars like the new Z/28! "Bet anything Ford put's out" Go Al!! A much better looking car than the Mustang in my opinion, and what a sound coming out of that hand built 427. Nice!!!

@mohammedal-eissa307 11 жыл бұрын

can't wait fir the 15 mustang there's gonna be a hell of a competition

@adamvaldivia2837 11 жыл бұрын

Great video Motor Trend! I got the chance to meet with Al and his team at New York and they are great group of car enthusiasts that have made a awesome car that Chevrolet can be proud of. I cant wait to see Randy take this track monster to Laguna Seca in a best drivers car competition. If you want to see more on the new 2014 Camaro and z28 check this video out New Camaro Revealed at the 2013 New York International Auto Show

@goatmonkey2112 11 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the response, I appreciate the work you're doing. I can't argue with the 1.5g deceleration, that's awesome. I may be the only one on here concerned with the price of carbon brakes, mostly because my budget would really be more on the SS level. I suppose if someone is buying a Z/28 they know what they're getting into, and it makes sense for a track car.

@kylestevens24 11 жыл бұрын

great episode !!! Lets talk about the chevy ss now !

@ynotlentes13 11 жыл бұрын

Last time I checked the v6 and 5.0 and Shelby gt500 mustangs where spanking the crapmeros. But I do gotta say good job by putting that ls7 in best choice you've done.

@alihassancast 11 жыл бұрын

A real nice presenter an amazing car .THANK YOU

@camarohistorian1717 10 жыл бұрын

What happen to this show?! Hasn't been updated in quite some time! This was my favorite MT show.

@angelrodriguez2596 11 жыл бұрын

What's the price tag on the Z28 ?

@luisbarrera1 11 жыл бұрын

When are you guys taking it for a spin?

@TylerLeeKenyon 11 жыл бұрын

Oh man I want that front end on my 2012, not so much the rear though

@WafflesOrFrenchToast 11 жыл бұрын

That finish on the paint

@torogami2 11 жыл бұрын

No one would make a DOHC with 2 valves, but it's important to make a distinction between the number of valves and the valvetrain. Like the free valve system I mentioned earlier. Much more compact than even a pushrod, but still uses 4 valves per cylinder.

@robc1226 11 жыл бұрын

Its great to have Jessi Lang back hosting W.O.T... It's a good show without her but a great show with her. Welcome back Jessi!

@IROCZman15 11 жыл бұрын

the new style of paint on this car is amazing to see in person. what is it called?. its like a flat/satin metallic flake

@sharuganbalamurali2754 11 жыл бұрын

Why is there no navigator

@Kaiser187 11 жыл бұрын

I'm a Mustang guy but I gotta admit this is a badass looking car.

@tingokuman 11 жыл бұрын

YOU GOT ME THERE LOL

@MisterNBG 11 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure the ZL1 beat all the stangs around the track, do you know what you're talking about?

@PMRFTW 11 жыл бұрын

I goes back and forth every time

@MrTestNTune 11 жыл бұрын

Why no HID headlights ..? LED lights ..?

@pbandjwrx 11 жыл бұрын

The tail lights remind me of an old corsica, and a prelude. The old lights were so much better!

@scuderia11 11 жыл бұрын

Jessi's back!!!!!!!!! Welcome back Jessi. ;)

@saif.aldhaheri 11 жыл бұрын

props to chevrolet for making such a strong statement .. speechless !

@Feenyxxx95 11 жыл бұрын

Agreed. I myself am stoked to see the Camaro be unleashed on the Alpha chassis. They've done damn well with the Zeta.

@cr9babida 10 жыл бұрын

So what's better? ZL1 or the Z28 over all I guess like what's fast just flat out better and why?

@topcow23 10 жыл бұрын

2 different cars, 1 meant for the track, 1 meant for every day use. Z28 will be faster on the track and have better handling + breaking. ZL1 better for every day use since it have all comfort amenities like high quality audio system, AC, automatic seats...

@cr9babida 10 жыл бұрын

Ohhh I see, do you kno the MPG on both cars?