I thought the L76 was obsolete already and replaced with the L98? Isn't the G8 getting the L98?

No, the Gator is going to get the L76 which has Displacement on Demand. I am not sure of the difference in the 2 engines. They are very similar but I think the L98 lacks DOD.....but both are 6.0 liters and are rated at 362 hp. Someone correct me if I am wrong.

They are very similar but I think the L98 lacks DOD

Thats what my understanding was too.

Wikipedia says (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/GM_LS_engine#L98)

L98
For the tuned-port Generation I engine of the same RPO, see Chevrolet L98
The L98 is a slightly modified version of the L76, devoid of some redundant hardware relating to displacement on demand. Power increased to 362 hp (270 kW) at 5700 rpm and 391 ft·lbf (530 Nm) at 4400 rpm.

Applications:

2006-2007 Holden VE Commodore
2006-2007 Holden WM Statesman / Holden WM Caprice


and whats confusing is what autoblog says (http://www.autoblog.com/2007/02/07/introducing-the-pontiac-g8/)

The G8 GT is powered by a uniquely configured 6.0L small-block V-8, rated at 362 horsepower (270 kW) and 391 lb.-ft. of torque (530 Nm). A six-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode is standard and features the fuel-saving Active Fuel Management system, which enhances fuel economy by alternating between eight- and four-cylinder power. An optional six-speed manual transmission will be available soon after launch.


What active fuel management? I use active fuel management on my GTO....Its called the GO PEDAL:D

What active fuel management? I use active fuel management on my GTO....Its called the GO PEDAL:D

I think that is more like active fuel mismanagement!:D

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I think that is more like active fuel mismanagement!:D

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I think we all know a thing or two about that. :D

What active fuel management? I use active fuel management on my GTO....Its called the GO PEDAL:D

AFM is the same as DOD