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Originally Posted by Paul Huryk
Is there any reason why every recent generation of cars weighs 300 to 500lbs more than the one before - and no, safety is not a legitimate reason. If Nissan can drop 100lbs going from the 350Z to 370Z, so can the F-Bodies...
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Sports cars are one thing, but GM has had a huge problem with weight. Bob Lutz was asked about it years ago, and he said he wanted the cars to have extra weight in things like the doors and other panels so they felt solid.
There will be quite the sizable drop in weight for the 6th gen. 5th gen is 250lbs heavier than a 4th gen, but has all metal body panels, 20 inch wheels, sound deadening, IRS, more air bags, heavier seats, and stiffer frame.
And 300-500lbs is a bit drastic. I'd say that, on average, cars weight within 100lbs of the previous generation.