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Yahoo
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Classic Oldsmobile 442 Nearly Outruns Modern Camaro ZL1 in Surprising Drag Strip Duel
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A recent drag racing video has ignited the interest of muscle car fans after a classic Oldsmobile 442 nearly beat a modern Chevrolet Camaro ZL1 at Island Dragway, proving that old-school power can still hold its own against high-tech horsepower. Captured by ImportRace and shared on YouTube, the footage shows the modern Camaro ZL1, a supercharged V8 beast rated at 650 horsepower, line up against a second-generation Oldsmobile 442, likely a 1970 model. Despite being separated by more than five decades of engineering, the pair delivered an intensely close showdown. In the race that caught enthusiasts' attention, the Oldsmobile 442 launched with authority, nearly lifting its front tires off the ground in a dramatic takeoff. It blazed through the quarter-mile in just 10.80 seconds at 121.49 mph. The Camaro ZL1 crossed just behind at 11.45 seconds, although it managed a slightly higher trap speed of 123.41 mph. Though the ZL1 eventually caught up in top-end speed, the Oldsmobile's brutal low-end torque and aggressive launch nearly stole the show—showcasing how well a properly tuned vintage muscle car can compete with today's factory supercars. In another earlier matchup on the same day, the ZL1 faced off against a classic Camaro, winning convincingly with a time of 11.39 seconds compared to its rival's 13.20-second pass. Despite the Camaro ZL1's advanced technology and refined suspension, the Oldsmobile 442 reminded spectators that raw power and muscle-era tuning still deserve respect. As GM has officially ended Camaro production, races like this keep the legacy of American performance alive, proving that sometimes, the underdog isn't the one with less horsepower—it's the one with more history.
Yahoo
11-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Fox Body Ford Mustang Smokes Two Hellcats, Mk4 Supra, and S550 in Blistering Drag Run
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A decades-old Fox Body Ford Mustang stunned crowds at Bradenton Motorsports Park last weekend by outrunning a fleet of modern muscle cars, including two Dodge Charger Hellcats, a Toyota Supra Mk4, and a newer S550 Mustang GT, during a string of quarter-mile drag races. Captured by the ImportRace YouTube channel, the event was part of the Street Car Takeover series, a national tour that gathers high-performance street and strip cars for head-to-head competition. But it was the vintage Fox Body coupe — clad in crimson and gray — that stole the spotlight. Despite its age, the Mustang rocketed through the quarter mile with consistent times in the low 8-second range, signaling extensive performance upgrades beneath its sleeper appearance. The first challenger, a wide-tired Charger Hellcat, was left in the dust. The Mustang clocked 8.76 seconds at 128 mph, while the Hellcat lagged behind at 9.36 seconds at 150 mph. Next came a S550 Mustang GT, which put up a solid fight but still finished behind: 8.4 seconds at 160 mph to the newer pony's 9.53 at 142 mph. As night fell, a second, blacked-out Hellcat sedan nearly caught the Fox Body but lost by fractions of a second. The times: 8.31 seconds at 166 mph to 8.3 seconds at 158 mph — a photo finish. The final duel was a scene straight out of a Fast and Furious reboot — the Mustang lined up against a white Toyota Supra Mk4 with neon underglow. Fans were on edge for the finale, and though results weren't immediately posted, spectators agreed: the old Mustang was the undeniable star of the strip. While the modern S650 Mustang struggles on the sales charts, this vintage Ford proved that with the right build, old-school muscle still has the power to dominate — and turn heads doing it.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Ford F-150 XL Stuns Pontiac GTO in 10-Second Drag Race
⚡️ Read the full article on Motorious A modern Ford F-150 XL left a vintage Pontiac GTO in the dust at Island Dragway, proving once again that pickup trucks can be formidable dragstrip contenders. The matchup, captured by the drag racing-focused ImportRace YouTube channel, showcased the truck's blistering quarter-mile performance, with the F-150 clocking an impressive 10.96-second run against the GTO's 14.01-second effort. The race took place during one of the venue's popular "Test & Tune" events, where a variety of vehicles—from muscle cars to high-powered imports and even electric models—compete for bragging rights. While the classic Pontiac GTO may have looked competitive at the starting line, the F-150's pre-race burnout hinted at its true capabilities. Once the lights turned green, the modern Ford roared ahead, quickly leaving its opponent far behind. This wasn't the F-150's only victory of the day. After dominating the GTO, the regular-cab, short-bed truck lined up against a Fox Body Ford Mustang GT and delivered another commanding win, running the quarter-mile in 11 seconds flat against the Mustang's 15.36-second pass. The real challenge came when the truck faced a Mercedes-AMG E 63 S, a high-performance German luxury sedan known for its speed. But the F-150 once again came out on top, finishing with an 11.06-second run compared to the Mercedes' 11.58-second time. Much of the truck's success came down to its driver's quick reaction times, consistently gaining an edge at the starting line. While the exact modifications to the F-150 XL weren't disclosed, its V8 powerplant and sleeper truck setup made it a serious force on the strip. The performance of the pickup left many spectators in awe, demonstrating that, in the right hands, even an unassuming work truck can take down classic muscle cars and high-performance sedans.
