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#1 ·
While lesser CTS models pack direct injection V6 units, only a rumbling V8 would do for the performance flagship. And the LS7 powerplant is one hell of an engine. The dry-sumped bent eight is hand-finished, features titanium con-rods, a forged steel crankshaft and develops 512bhp at 6300rpm and a mighty 470lb ft at 4800rpm, making it GM’s most powerful passenger car engine and largest-displacement small-block to date.

It’s hooked up to a slick Tremec six-speed manual transmission, driving all four wheels through GM’s all-wheel drive architecture that’s been tuned for a natural rear-drive feel. In a bid to trim development costs, it’s likely that the engine will be dropped into the CTS-V wholesale, giving the Cadillac some serious tyre-shredding performance.

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#5 ·
I was going to post this too, but my wisdom got the better of me.

Do Not Taunt Happy Fun Ball.

-Chris
 
#7 ·
Wouldnt that be sweet though...
 
#17 ·
Hello,
Interesting....I know they thought about doing this with the STS-V but it became tough to package. It would be very interesting if they did something like this for the new CTS-V. But given the abuse the drivetrain would be susceptible to, I don’t think this would be feasible. Too much torque = drivetrain nightmares!

Thanks,
 
#22 ·
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