Does Nissan’s Nismo 370Z Live Up To Its GT-R Sibling?

NeverBoneStck · 07-11-2015, 11:37 AM

He does make a point about the engine. Old and time for a new one..

Anifaust · 07-11-2015, 03:42 PM

I see the emblems...I see the seats...then I see auto w/nav...wait wut? Since when?

*Edit- ahh 2015. I guess they got tired of the requests.

Hotrodz · 07-11-2015, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by NeverBoneStck

He does make a point about the engine. Old and time for a new one..

There is nothing wrong with the engine, some are making over 600whp on the stock engine and internals. The issue is we all want more power, but I'm not quite sure how many potential buyers or folks that currently own a Z would be able or willing to pay for it!!! It really is a niche sports car and there is nothing else out there that is truly in its class.

STICK_SHIFT · 07-12-2015, 11:33 AM

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Originally Posted by Hotrodz

The issue is we all want more power, but I'm not quite sure how many potential buyers or folks that currently own a Z would be able or willing to pay for it!!!

I think people feel like they are already paying for more power, but aren't getting it.

A Nismo costs 40% more than a base 370Z but only has 5% more horsepower.

Hotrodz · 07-12-2015, 07:24 PM

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Originally Posted by STICK_SHIFT

I think people feel like they are already paying for more power, but aren't getting it.

A Nismo costs 40% more than a base 370Z but only has 5% more horsepower.

The cost of the Nismo is fair enough and this has been debated to death. I challenge you to name a two seater sports car with a body kit, suspension and horsepower at the same price point! There are none and if you want more power for the same price then you can buy a Mustang like a whole lot of other people. I'm knocking the Mustang, it's just not a Nismo!!!!

STICK_SHIFT · 07-12-2015, 10:16 PM

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Originally Posted by jordyking

...is there a better rwd front engine jdm sports car in this price range?

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Originally Posted by Hotrodz

I challenge you to name a two seater sports car with a body kit, suspension and horsepower at the same price point!

How about a a German, RWD, 2+2, with an (underrated) 320 HP?

The issue for me, I think, is that the base 370Z represents absolutely awesome value for the money. The Nismo just doesn't.

Does that make the Nismo a bad car? Not at all. But I can definitely see why many people consider it too expensive for what it is, especially when there are some other very impressive performance cars in the same price range.

jordyking · 07-12-2015, 05:52 AM

since were on the subject..reminded me of this..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7HlGVx6GLw

and

burnout on a "neesmo?"

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWGp13d4-jc

TriNismo · 07-11-2015, 07:47 PM

I lost a few brain cells watching that.
Test driving a track car by going..50 miles. an. hour. Okay...

SilverFox006 · 07-12-2015, 08:08 AM

He calls the car brilliant 10x (he's kinda slow and has a limited vocabulary), but dude aays nothing new, that we havent heard before knocking the Z regarding price relative to 'peers', and the outdated motor.

These autobloggers are used to driving high end, luxurt sports cars that cost twice as much w/400-500+ hp so of course a 40k Z aint gonna stack up... (shakes head)....

jordyking · 07-12-2015, 06:23 PM

he has some valid points...but is there a better rwd front engine jdm sports car in this price range? (and if there is let me know) Ive read/watched a ton of reviews on the 370z nismo and people should learn to enjoy it for what it is, and not compare it to cars that are not in its category

Dcocci · 07-12-2015, 10:57 PM

The Nismo is very simple. If you like it, you'll buy it, and if you don't like it, you'll find a reason not to buy it. Its a very niche car. The fact of the matter is not many people will cross shop a m235 and a nismo, or a GT stang and a Nismo, Sti, EVO and so on. They are all niche cars and you pretty much know you want it before you set foot in a dealer. The new Z is a beauty, and it doesn't need much else from the factory. Maybe less weight. People hate on the Z in general because it's a car that does nothing great, but everything good.

jordyking · 07-13-2015, 03:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Dcocci

The Nismo is very simple. If you like it, you'll buy it, and if you don't like it, you'll find a reason not to buy it. Its a very niche car. The fact of the matter is not many people will cross shop a m235 and a nismo, or a GT stang and a Nismo, Sti, EVO and so on. They are all niche cars and you pretty much know you want it before you set foot in a dealer. The new Z is a beauty, and it doesn't need much else from the factory. Maybe less weight. People hate on the Z in general because it's a car that does nothing great, but everything good.

well said brotha

carlitos_370z · 07-13-2015, 06:57 AM

cant wait to hear that piece of sh#$%$ hahaha!! save the video on my watch later list of youtube

beachbomb · 07-13-2015, 09:23 AM

What a douche this guy is!! Driving the car like a Grandma with a family grocery getter behind wanting to pass him!!! LOL!!! At one point he says he is going REALLY FAST but then says he is doing 50mph..again..LOL!!! If he drove it like it's suppose to be drove, maybe he will get the real feel of it!!!
NEESMO......again....LOL!!!!

Uxi · 07-13-2015, 12:19 PM

All the NISMO needs is the tech package as standard to take care of the value argument, which is very relative for what you get as it is. Could make a good argument for a mechanical or at least helical limited slip, if not a better intake system to match the exhaust, but not bad at all.

Going forward would be nice to have at least the NISMO Z, if not the Z35 share development as a de-tuned NA RWD 2-seat version of the R36.

07-11-2015, 11:37 AM	#1 (permalink)
NeverBoneStck A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Beaverton, Or Posts: 1,110 Drives: 2008 G37 S Rep Power: 18	He does make a point about the engine. Old and time for a new one.. __________________ Juiced! That is all you need to know !!

07-12-2015, 05:52 AM	#7 (permalink)
jordyking Base Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: los angeles Posts: 70 Drives: 2015 370z nismo Rep Power: 11	since were on the subject..reminded me of this.. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z7HlGVx6GLw and burnout on a "neesmo?" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VWGp13d4-jc PeteZ likes this.

07-11-2015, 07:47 PM	#8 (permalink)
TriNismo Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Florida Posts: 333 Drives: 2014 370z Nismo Rep Power: 506	I lost a few brain cells watching that. Test driving a track car by going..50 miles. an. hour. Okay... Last edited by TriNismo; 07-11-2015 at 07:55 PM.

07-12-2015, 06:23 PM	#10 (permalink)
jordyking Base Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: los angeles Posts: 70 Drives: 2015 370z nismo Rep Power: 11	he has some valid points...but is there a better rwd front engine jdm sports car in this price range? (and if there is let me know) Ive read/watched a ton of reviews on the 370z nismo and people should learn to enjoy it for what it is, and not compare it to cars that are not in its category Dcocci likes this.

07-12-2015, 10:57 PM	#11 (permalink)
Dcocci Base Member Join Date: Sep 2014 Location: Santa Barbara, CA Posts: 215 Drives: 2014 370z black 6spd Rep Power: 11	The Nismo is very simple. If you like it, you'll buy it, and if you don't like it, you'll find a reason not to buy it. Its a very niche car. The fact of the matter is not many people will cross shop a m235 and a nismo, or a GT stang and a Nismo, Sti, EVO and so on. They are all niche cars and you pretty much know you want it before you set foot in a dealer. The new Z is a beauty, and it doesn't need much else from the factory. Maybe less weight. People hate on the Z in general because it's a car that does nothing great, but everything good. Hotrodz, jordyking and Mhumphrey44 like this. __________________ -08 Porsche Cayman S

07-11-2015, 03:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
Anifaust Base Member Join Date: Jan 2013 Location: OKC Posts: 17 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 13	I see the emblems...I see the seats...then I see auto w/nav...wait wut? Since when? *Edit- ahh 2015. I guess they got tired of the requests.

07-12-2015, 08:08 AM	#9 (permalink)
SilverFox006 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Dallas Posts: 18 Drives: 2016 PPW Nismo Tech Rep Power: 11	He calls the car brilliant 10x (he's kinda slow and has a limited vocabulary), but dude aays nothing new, that we havent heard before knocking the Z regarding price relative to 'peers', and the outdated motor. These autobloggers are used to driving high end, luxurt sports cars that cost twice as much w/400-500+ hp so of course a 40k Z aint gonna stack up... (shakes head)....

07-13-2015, 06:57 AM	#13 (permalink)
carlitos_370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2013 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 7,157 Drives: 13 Nissan 370Z SP M6 Rep Power: 7587	cant wait to hear that piece of sh#$%$ hahaha!! save the video on my watch later list of youtube

07-13-2015, 09:23 AM	#14 (permalink)
beachbomb Base Member Join Date: Jun 2015 Location: Georgia Posts: 13 Drives: '14 370Z Nismo #443 Rep Power: 11	What a douche this guy is!! Driving the car like a Grandma with a family grocery getter behind wanting to pass him!!! LOL!!! At one point he says he is going REALLY FAST but then says he is doing 50mph..again..LOL!!! If he drove it like it's suppose to be drove, maybe he will get the real feel of it!!! NEESMO......again....LOL!!!!

07-13-2015, 12:19 PM	#15 (permalink)
Uxi Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Southern California Posts: 303 Drives: 16 NISMO Tech PW 6MT Rep Power: 3599	All the NISMO needs is the tech package as standard to take care of the value argument, which is very relative for what you get as it is. Could make a good argument for a mechanical or at least helical limited slip, if not a better intake system to match the exhaust, but not bad at all. Going forward would be nice to have at least the NISMO Z, if not the Z35 share development as a de-tuned NA RWD 2-seat version of the R36. Hotrodz likes this.

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