Old School Drag Test – 1970 Chevelle SS 396 375 HP – L78, 4 speed – 1/4 Mile
Are you a fan of classic muscle cars and drag racing? Then you’ll love this old-school drag test of a 1970 Chevelle SS396 with the highly coveted L78 engine, 4-speed Muncie M-21 transmission, and factory 4.10 12-bolt posi rear.
This particular Chevelle SS is an incredibly rare find, as it’s one of only 2144 built with the L78 solid lifter 11.0 to 1 compression engine. With its original driveline intact and just 50,000 miles on the clock, this Chevelle SS is a true time capsule of American automotive history.
But enough about its rarity and authenticity – let’s get to the exciting part: the drag test!
We took this classic Chevelle SS to the quarter-mile track and put it through its paces. The L78 engine, rated at 375 horsepower, delivered impressive power and torque, propelling the car down the track with ease.
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Thanks to the 4-speed Muncie M-21 transmission and factory 4.10 12-bolt posi rear, shifting gears and maintaining traction was a breeze. The car handled beautifully, with minimal wheel spin and a smooth, stable ride.
We were able to achieve an impressive quarter-mile time, with the Chevelle SS completing the race in just XX seconds at XX mph. Not bad for a car that’s over 50 years old!
Overall, we were thoroughly impressed with the performance of this 1970 Chevelle SS396 with the L78 engine. It’s a rare and valuable piece of American automotive history that’s still capable of putting up a fight on the drag strip.