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Old 11/8/04, 08:11 PM
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Engine specifications:

GMPP Prototype 425 ci Engine

Horsepower: 1070 @ 6350 rpm
Torque : 1000 lb-ft @ 4750 rpm
Max RPM Recommended: 7000 rpm
Compression Ratio: 8.3:1
Block: prototype/racing Gen IV block
Bore: 4.110”
Stroke: 4.000”
Crankshaft: prototype forged 4.000” stroke Gen III/IV crankshaft
Connecting Rods: 6.125” forged connecting rods
Pistons: forged pistons
Piston Rings: Full stainless steel barrel type 1.2-mm top ring, reverse twist cast taper cut 1.5-mm second ring, 3-mm standard tension chrome face oil control ring
Camshaft: prototype hydraulic roller Gen III/IV camshaft
Lifters: production Gen III/IV hydraulic roller lifters
Cylinder Heads: prototype/racing
Intake Valves: 56 mm
Exhaust Valves: 41 mm
Valve Springs: custom double valve springs
Spring Retainers: titanium
Rocker Arms: prototype/racing Gen IV rocker arms
Push Rods: prototype/racing
Intake Manifold: prototype/racing Gen IV intake manifold
Carburetor: NA
Rear Main Seal: production Gen III rear main seal
Windage Tray: production Gen III LS6 C5 Corvette
Damper: production Gen III LS6 C5 Corvette
Distributor: NA (production GM Gen III V-8 ignition coils)
Ignition Timing: 2004 C5 Corvette PCM controlled
Spark Plugs: 2005 C6 Corvette production spark plugs
Fuel: 93 octane / C16 for 1070 hp

Combining the vintage style of the 1966 Olds Toronado with the contemporary punch of a 1,070-horsepower twin-turbocharged V-8 GM Performance Parts prototype crate engine, Jay Leno cruises Burbank , Calif. in a sophisticated blend of classic style and cutting-edge technology.

Equipped with numerous parts under consideration by GM Performance Parts (GMPP), the Toronado has a factory-look appearance, with restored bodywork and a mostly stock interior – but under the sheet metal lies a modified C5 Corvette chassis and suspension, along with the sophisticated twin-turbocharged prototype crate engine and a Corvette rear transaxle.
Old 11/8/04, 08:28 PM
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that is a gorgeous car..

I wish I had money to burn as well
Old 11/8/04, 08:34 PM
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That car epitomizes the term 'sleeper'.
Old 11/8/04, 08:57 PM
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I would hate to be the person who thinks it's a regular boat and tries to race...think i would pee on myself.
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B-man, I think we need to team up and get jobs in Leno's shop. We'd have to much fun
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oh i agree with ya there scott!
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Leno has all the BEST toys!!!

(Wonder what he's going to do next?)
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Why do all that on front-wheel muscle car?
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Originally posted by Red Star@November 9, 2004, 9:54 AM
Why do all that on front-wheel muscle car?
It's no longer a fwd--uses converted corvette chassis and rear trans-axle.
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Thats crazy. Why would you want something so fast. To me having a 600 Horsepower car would do fine.
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Awesome
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