Is a Trans Am faster than a Camaro?
Aside from styling differences, the last Firebirds were carbon copies of the Camaros down the small block V8s. However, a ram air intake, exclusive to the Trans Am WS6, added 15 more horsepower and lb-ft. of torque, making it slightly faster than the top-of-the-line Camaro SS.
Is a Trans Am the same as a Camaro?
The first Trans-Am street car was Chevrolet’s Z/28 Camaro, which entered production in 1967. By 1970 six makes were producing street cars based on their racing vehicles. Due to their low production numbers and high performance, these vehicles are highly collectible today.
How much horsepower does a 2002 WS6 Trans Am have?
325-horsepower
In 2002, the WS6 Trans Am rolled off production lines with 325-horsepower achieving 0-60 in under five-seconds. But depending on an owner’s budget, this car is fully capable of producing over 500-horsepower and 600 lb. -ft. of torque.
What’s the difference between a WS6 and a Trans Am?
the trans-am is the version of the firebird with the V8. the WS6 is the trans-am + the different body (diff. wing, ram-air hood, etc…), suspension differences, and a few other SLP goodies (exhaust, etc…) depending on how it was ordered.
Whats the difference between a Firehawk and a WS6?
A base Firehawk has the same suspension as a WS6 except the Hawks get a 1LE panhard bar. Hawks had an available Billstein Suspension option with said shocks and progressive springs.
Is the Camaro SS the Chevy equivalent of a Trans Am WS6?
So, the Camaro SS isn’t the Chevy equivalent to a Trans Am WS6 (that would be a Chevy Z28). The Pontiac Firehawk is the equivalent to the Chevy Camaro SS.
When did the Pontiac Trans Am WS6 come out?
In 2002, knowing the Firebird’s end was near, Pontiac offered the Collectors Edition Trans Am, which was yellow. Buyers should also realize that the WS6 is different than the ILE road racing homologation package that first became available on the Formula in 1997.
How do I know if my Trans Am is a WS6?
Check the option codes on the Service Parts Identification (SPID) sticker on the driver’s door jamb. One of the codes listed should be WS6. If it isn’t, it’s not a real Formula WS6 or Trans Am WS6.
How much is a 2002 Trans Am worth today?
WS6 Trans Am convertibles from 1999–2002 cost about $1000 more, with the average price of #1-condition (Concours) cars nearly reaching $35,000. Cars with the six-speed cost about 10-percent more, and coupes are 10-percent more valuable without T-tops.
