Supercharged Camaro SS the First New Camaro to Break 200-MPH Mark
The Hennessey Chevrolet Camaro SS has hit a blistering 202 mph!
As the first 2016 Chevrolet Camaro to break the 200-mph mark, Hennessey Performance gave the Camaro SS its HPE750 supercharger upgrade that outfits the LT1 V8 engine with 751 horsepower and 643 pound-feet of torque. Compatible with both the factory automatic and manual transmissions, the HPE750 gives the Camaro SS a zero-to-60 time of 3.1 seconds and a quarter-mile time of 10.7 seconds at 129 mph with drag radial rear tires.
There’s a lengthy list of modifications as part of the package, but main highlights include a TVS2300 supercharger system running 7 psi boost, 1.75-inch stainless steel long-tube headers, high-flow catalytic converters and a stainless steel mid-pipe exhaust upgrade. The heads also get built with dual valve springs and titanium retainers along with an HPE hydraulic roller camshaft upgrade and hydraulic lifter upgrade.
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The high-speed run was conducted at the Continental Tire Proving Grounds in Uvalde, Texas with Brian Smith behind the wheel.
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Jason Siu began his career in automotive journalism in 2003 with Modified Magazine, a property previously held by VerticalScope. As the West Coast Editor, he played a pivotal role while also extending his expertise to Modified Luxury & Exotics and Modified Mustangs. Beyond his editorial work, Jason authored two notable Cartech books. His tenure at AutoGuide.com saw him immersed in the daily news cycle, yet his passion for hands-on evaluation led him to focus on testing and product reviews, offering well-rounded recommendations to AutoGuide readers. Currently, as the Content Director for VerticalScope, Jason spearheads the content strategy for an array of online publications, a role that has him at the helm of ensuring quality and consistency across the board.
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HOLY S***, that's fast! 751 horsepower and 3.1 seconds to 60 are nuts. I wonder how street-able this car is.
That's 5 mph slower than the stang and this had more work done.