Fast facts about the Pontiac GXP.R
Engine: 6.0-liter LS2 small-block V-8
Horsepower: 430 @ 6500 rpm (SAE J1349)
Torque (lb-ft): 400 @ 5200 rpm (SAE J1349)
Maximum engine speed: 6800 rpm
Chassis: Purpose-built tube frame
Suspension: Independent unequal length A-arm front and rear
Brakes: Four-piston AP calipers w/12.9-inch vented steel rotors
Wheels: 18 x 11.5 inches front and rear
Steering: Power-assisted rack and pinion
Tires: Pirelli 305/660-18 front; 305/675-18 rear
Fuel tank dapacity: 22 gal.
Transmission: Xtrac 390 GT 5-speed sequential transaxle
Wheelbase (in): 112.3
Front track (in): 61.5
Rear track (in): 60.4 in
Maximum overall length (in): 193.1
Maximum overall width (in): 74.0
Maximum overall height (in): 52.9
Dry weight (lbs): 2849
What I find intersting is that GM has listed the LS2 as the powerplant as an LS2 when the LS2 is out of production. I wonder if an LS3 will find its way into these Pontiacs next season, or if the G8 will be the new chassis? We'll just have to wait and see.