Classic 1970 Camaro Shows Supercharged LT4 Heart

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Chevrolet Performance is showing off the new LT4 crate engine in the most attractive way possible at SEMA this year — under the hood of a classic 1970 Camaro RS.

The LT4 is rated at 650 horsepower and 650 lb-ft of torque, making it the most powerful production-vehicle engine from General Motors. In addition to the LT4 crate engine, the Camaro features a T-56 Super Magnum six-speed manual transmission.

To harness the power of the supercharged powertrain, the concept's chassis and suspension systems have been upgraded with an independent front suspension with coilovers and a rack-and-pinion steering system, as well as a four-link rear suspension, also with coilovers. It rides on a set of 19-inch polished aluminum wheels and stops with the assistance of Corvette Z06-based front and rear disc brake kits developed as upgrades for the Stingray.

A blend of design cues inspired by the all-new 2016 Camaro complements the contemporary powertrain that drives the vintage muscle car, starting with the Hyper Blue Metallic exterior color. It's one of the available colors on the Gen Six Camaro and it's accented with white rally stripes — just like the 2016 Camaro Hyper concept on display at the SEMA Show.

The exterior also features LED headlamps and taillamps, as additional nods to 21st century technology.

Inside, the black, stock-appearing cabin features custom-trimmed seats from a third-generation Camaro and a custom instrument cluster with new gauges that work with the powertrain's electronic systems. The instrument panel itself is wrapped in custom-trimmed leather. There's also a six-point roll cage for added protection.

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