2015 Camaro Z/28 Tops Its Rivals | Chevy Dealers in Miami

The 2015 Camaro Z/28 is a remarkable feat for Chevrolet, and since its release, this incarnation of the Camaro has been shaking up attitudes about what really makes a track car.

As Road and Track put it, the Z/28 “is not what the Camaro has always been. Whatever the Chevy once was, however, it’s now one thing: outstanding.”

Many automotive authorities have expressed that they weren’t expecting Chevy’s latest muscle car to have so much finesse after becoming so used to the raw and rowdy versions of the past.

But now that the formidable Z/28 has had time to make the rounds, the consensus is clear: this is one extraordinary new Camaro.

Take a look at what sets it apart from both its ancestors and its contemporary rivals. The Z/28 is breaking new ground and seriously heating things up in the competition world.

Money Well Spent

If you stop by any of the Chevy dealers in Miami , you’ll notice that the Camaro Z/28 is far less expensive than comparable models you might see ripping around the asphalt.

With a starting price of $72,305, it’s nearly $30,000 less than the Nissan GT-R and almost $60,000 less than the Porsche 911 GT3.

The Camaro’s capabilities are aligned with some of the most costly performance cars on the market, but it comes with a much more reasonable price tag.

In addition, it comes with Chevy’s comprehensive warranty that lasts for 5 years or 100,000 miles. Roadside assistance is also part of the package and covers drivers for the same amount of time.

Compared to Porsche’s 4-year/50,000-mile coverage in both areas, Chevy’s plan offers a lot more peace of mind. And that’s exactly what you want if you’re going to invest in a serious performance vehicle.

And the Z/28’s coverage is far better than the GT-R’s, which only remains under warranty for 3 years or 36,000 miles and comes with no roadside assistance.

The Z/28 is no economy car, and this Camaro’s MSRP does reflect its emphasis on performance. However, you can have it for a heck of a lot less money than most other rides in the same class, and you’ll certainly never regret your choice.

Delivering on the Asphalt

The Z/28 rocks a beefy 7.0-liter V8 that generates plenty of grit to send the brawny pony car flying down the track.

When it comes to power, the Camaro’s athletic V8 definitely trumps what the GT3 and GT-R V6’s have to offer.

The Chevy pumps out 505 horsepower while the Porsche only delivers 475. And the Camaro also has more torque, putting 481 lb-ft to the pavement while the GT3 only manages 325.

The Z/28 also tops the Nissan GT-R when it comes to immediate power and acceleration. The GT-R only offers 463 lb-ft of torque and just can’t dig in the same way the Camaro does.

With the ability to accelerate from 0-60 in 4.0 seconds and easily take down a quarter mile in 12.3 seconds, the Z/28 is a fierce competitor.

Even when stacked up against similar muscle cars, like the Hellcat or Ford’s latest Mustang, the Camaro demonstrates that the competition just can’t cut it on the track.

While the Hellcat and Mustang are primarily intended as road cars, the Camaro, which is still road-legal, is specially designed for the track.

Automobile magazine says that when as soon as your foot touches the pedal, “Chevy’s groundbreaking new Camaro Z/28 is as focused as a jet fighter.”

With faster lap times and far better composure around the turns than its muscle car counterparts, it’s easy to see that the Z/28 is the most capable in its field.

Specialized Specs

Drivers love the rear-wheel drive Camaro’s polished performance, and its self-assurance on the track is absolutely no mistake.

From its naturally-aspirated LS7 V8 to its unbelievable tires (by far one of the best features), the Z/28 was designed with excellence in mind.

After being stripped down to the bare minimum, this pony car is now 300 pounds lighter than its predecessors, and it’s also much lighter weight than many of its adversaries.

In fact, Chevy was so set on making this Camaro as lean and fast as possible that they shaved the sound system down to one speaker and decided to completely forego an air-conditioning system.

This new Camaro was also expressly designed to run on 19-inch Pirelli PZero Trofeo R rubber, and it now boasts a reputation for having the world’s widest production-car front tires. They offer mind-blowing grip that enhances handling and cornering.

The Z/28’s specially tuned chassis and spool valve dampers contribute to the car’s competence as well, along with five selectable drive modes that adjust performance based on driver experience and road conditions.

Those who haven’t spent a lot of time tearing up the track yet can start out with some assistance from the Z/28. But anyone who’s already racked up plenty of hours at high speeds can take matters into their own hands and let her rip.

Standard Brembo carbon-ceramic brakes are also among the Z/28’s impressive list of features, and they seem to trigger absolute satisfaction in pretty much everyone who gets behind the wheel.

You can get the Porsche 911 GT3 with carbon ceramics, but you’ll have to pay a whole lot extra, upwards of $9,000 in fact. And that’s added to an already far higher price sticker than the Camaro’s.

And there’s something particularly special about the Z/28’s exceptional brakes. Not only do they deliver up to 1.5 g deceleration, but they also limit brake fade so drivers can push it for longer.

Their extended performance is due in part to unique cooling ducts that Chevy’s engineers incorporated in the design.

Another great choice the Z/28 engineering team made: the aluminum six-speed manual transmission. After a day at the track with Motor Trend, racer Randy Pobst said that among other traits, he really loves the Z/28’s traditional manual gearbox.

Overall, the Camaro’s remarkably deliberate and well-executed design puts it in its own unique class or cars and makes it a game-changer in the automotive world.

An Aerodynamic Wonder

In addition to ensuring that the Z/28’s weight wouldn’t get in the way on the track, Chevy’s team was also determined to make sure that the car’s design was aerodynamically sound.

And wow, did they accomplish that. This latest Camaro produces 410 pounds more downforce than the SS at 150 pounds, proving that Chevy just keeps getting better and better at what they do.

Thanks to a newly aggressive spoiler, a lift-reducing undertray, and an enormous splitter, the Z/28 is incredibly aerodynamically advanced.

With the power, agility, and poise that the Camaro Z/28 has to offer, it won’t be surprising to see these cars get snapped up at dealerships.

High performance action matched with middle-ground pricing is an exciting invitation for enthusiasts who want to get their hands on a car that can truly handle itself on the track.

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