How Fast Is A SL-C?
- Thread starter Cody DeHart
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I'm with Mike on this one. But I guess the video will prove/disprove it?
Put the video up Cody: It would make a huge change from Cars & Coffee (sorry Mike)..
I don't know about anyone else, but I'd love to see it...:thumbsup:
Sorry, there was no videos taken; at least on my end.
I will search around and see if anyone else has video.
You are pretty close, the SL-C put down just over 689 RWHP so I am not sure what that compares to when you speak about flywheel power; which are the posted HP ratings used for the other cars.
At a relatively standard 20% drivetrain loss, that would put the motor at approx. 826hp flywheel. Not saying it didn't happen or did, but for an n/a ls at 440c.i., you are knocking on 2hp per cubic inch. Fuel injection would help, but I would call that on the edge of streetable.
Curious the motor specs to achieve that.
Curious the motor specs to achieve that.
Yes, Warren built this car and he did very well. I just posted what happen because I was surprised and I wanted to see what other SL-C's are doing out there. I am not trying to brag by any means; I have no right to. All I have done in purchased a well built car and drove it. I have no reason to lie. I am surprised at the responses I am getting and all the negativity. I don't have a video because I was driving and I am not one of those guys that drive around with a GoPro on there car. I was out having fun with some friends (P1 and 918 drivers). Both the P1 and 918 drivers were just as surprised as I was.
689 rwhp should be somewhere around 840 fwhp figuring about 18% loss.
The negativity is par for the course.
You'll probably want to bring a notarized document next time. 
Hi Cody, it's not negativity mate. This is a very knowledgeable site with keen enthusiasts and professionals as members. Everything that is done is well documented and backed up with dyno sheets, videos, time slips and photographs. It's the way the site is. There is a fantastic knowledge base of seasoned professionals who have walked the walk at every conceivable level and as a result, bench racing gets the cold shoulder unless supported.
It's just the high standard that has evolved on GT40s which is what makes it unique among all enthusiasts sites so if you claim something extraordinary (which you have), we all want to share your excitement but forgive us for being a little cautious.
I think the car would not do good at the strip...at least with me driving. I have not been able to get this car off the line as strong as I think it can. That is why I did the roll race thing; if the race started from a stop I know it would be a different story. I will see if I can't get with those guys this weekend and actually video this time. I think the guy with the 918 is going to do an event with me this weekend, it is with the Ferrari club so he might end up bringing a Ferrari instead.
For the record I believe you, but a video wold be crazy awesome. Post it on youtube with an easy to find title like "Superlite SLC" so everyone who has one can just tell people who stop them "YouTube Superlite SLC" when they ask questions. Just a thought as everyone could benefit from your awesomeness.
F1 aren't doing too bad with 600hp from a 1.6l turbo (15k rpm). Hardly a street tune though
Hi Cody,
I'm certainly not being negative, far from it, I'm really excited at what you achieved. I was just asking for that data out of interest.
I'd be bloody bragging!
I can certainly vouch for the SLC being awesome in 2nd gear rolling runs it hooks up so well, unfortunately in Aust they don't allow P1's or 918's to be road registered...anyways, with only 480hp I wouldn't hold out much hope.
just one comment: I seem to recall Warren telling me his engine was putting out 689hp at the flywheel rather than the wheels?
cheers
Stuart
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