Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 details leak out

Details about the high-performance 2012 Chevrolet Camaro ZL1, taken from the dealer ordering guide, are spreading on the Internet courtesy of fans on the Camaro5 message board.

Here are some of the highlights:

– The LSA supercharged 6.2-liter V8 will deliver 580 hp and 556 lb-ft of torque on premium fuel. It will connect with a Tremec six-speed manual transmission as standard, while a Hydra-Matic six-speed automatic will be optional.

– The Camaro ZL1 is longer and wider than the current Shelby Mustang GT500 and weighs in at 4,120 pounds.

via Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 details leak out – Autoweek.