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Jun 17, 2009 | 10:18 PM

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Hennessey: Camaro HPE550 (based on Chevrolet Camaro) news

From here: http://www.supercars.net/cars/4504.html

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Defined by its engine upgrade, the HPE550 Camaro is the first supercharged engine kit to be offered from Hennessey. Not only limited to power, Hennessey has also made a list of other upgrades which can comprehensively change almost every aspect of the Camaro.

The engine uses a Hennessey/Magnuson supercharger which raises horsepower to 562 bhp. To accommodate the new system, Hennessey also fit a new air induction system, high-flow injectors and recalibrated engine management. A nice option is the stainless steel exhaust system with long-tube headers and high-flow catalytic converters.

With the 'Complete' package, Hennessey fits a rear lip spoiler, front splitter and side rocker panels. An exterior graphics package calls out 'Hennessey S/C' on the rear quarter panel and includes stripes on the hood. Further options include HPE550 wheels, Peddler's coil-over suspension and Brembro Brakes.

Jun 17, 2009 | 10:18 PM

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Jun 17, 2009 | 10:26 PM

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Great numbers.

<table class="cardetails" border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tbody><tr><td class="boldlabel" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">engine</td> <td class="boldvalue" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">V8</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">position</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">Front Longitudinal</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">aspiration</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">Magnuson Supercharger</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">block material</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">Casi Iron</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">power</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">419.1 kw / 562 bhp @ 6200 rpm</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">torque</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">755.2 nm / 557 ft lbs @ 4200 rpm</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="boldlabel" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">body / frame</td> <td class="boldvalue" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">Unitary Steel Monocoque</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">driven wheels</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">RWD</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">0 - 60 mph</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">3.6 seconds</td> </tr> <tr> <td class="label" valign="bottom" width="30%" align="left">0 - 1/4 mile</td> <td class="value" valign="bottom" width="70%" align="right">11.7 seconds</td> </tr> </tbody></table>

Jun 17, 2009 | 11:19 PM

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A cast iron block? It's great for strength but it must weigh a ton! I thought GM would have gone with an aluminum alloy block or something along those lines to save weight...who knew?