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JayYoon · 08-25-2010, 01:18 PM

So my 370z comes in 6 speed manual. Two of my friends are saying different things.

Friend 1: when driving, stay around at 3000 rpm at all time. You probably never even have to go to the 6th gear.

Friend 2: when driving, stay at a low rpm around 1500rpm ~ 2000rpm. So when going 40 you will most likely be in 5th and even 6th if it is 45~50mph zone.

Friend 2 is also saying that this is better for the car because it puts less stress on the engine and also saves gas because your always at a low rpm.

Which is correct? Little help ^_^;;

08-25-2010, 01:18 PM	#1 (permalink)
JayYoon Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: san diego Posts: 452 Drives: 2010 370z Rep Power: 14	rpm So my 370z comes in 6 speed manual. Two of my friends are saying different things. Friend 1: when driving, stay around at 3000 rpm at all time. You probably never even have to go to the 6th gear. Friend 2: when driving, stay at a low rpm around 1500rpm ~ 2000rpm. So when going 40 you will most likely be in 5th and even 6th if it is 45~50mph zone. Friend 2 is also saying that this is better for the car because it puts less stress on the engine and also saves gas because your always at a low rpm. Which is correct? Little help ^_^;;

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