From 15' Sti to 16' Nismo

nismo2evox · 09-07-2015, 09:26 PM

How does the STI compare to the Nismo and what made you make the switch?

I came back to a Nismo from an Evo X and noticed the handling, and fit and finish is so much better in the Z in stock form. Frankly, even with the turbo I found the Evo X wasn't all that great before any tuning. I also like that I can toss the car around with much more confidence that with the Evo. I know this is not a popular opinion but to quote Fifth Gear, I agree that the Evo felt like a poorly set up a front wheel drive car, that had to be over throttled to induce natural handling.

I also felt like I couldn't see anything over the massive hood of the Evo with the low seating position. However, I love the look and think the finish is gotten much better in the 2015+ WRX and STI.

Love to hear your thoughts!

EzDz · 09-10-2015, 07:30 PM

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Originally Posted by nismo2evox

How does the STI compare to the Nismo and what made you make the switch?

I came back to a Nismo from an Evo X and noticed the handling, and fit and finish is so much better in the Z in stock form. Frankly, even with the turbo I found the Evo X wasn't all that great before any tuning. I also like that I can toss the car around with much more confidence that with the Evo. I know this is not a popular opinion but to quote Fifth Gear, I agree that the Evo felt like a poorly set up a front wheel drive car, that had to be over throttled to induce natural handling.

I also felt like I couldn't see anything over the massive hood of the Evo with the low seating position. However, I love the look and think the finish is gotten much better in the 2015+ WRX and STI.

Love to hear your thoughts!

I finally got a chance to really dive into corners 2 nights ago and killed the highway today. The car is more composed than my sti, it revs smoother, and the longer gears are a must. My sti would get into 6th at 120, the z is into 4th at 100. My sti was full stage 2 and tuned and I really think the stock nismo would give it a run at about 70+. I loved my sti but I cought myself trying to change everything about it, the z comes out of the box a better car guys car 110%. I drove my buddys new evo x and I didnt feel connected at all, I felt like it was a mix of sports car and an attempt stock comfort. I feel like the sti was like the evo in handling, I had to really kill a corner with the accelerator to feel comfortable, the z just lets you toss it around at any random speed. I catch myself wondering why 90 is so smooth and composed. The sti might win in an auto z event but I really cant say, I love the z for what it is.

from_a_G · 09-12-2015, 06:57 PM

Sorry about the STI but congrats on the nismo!!!

gumbyy · 10-01-2015, 02:14 PM

Hey, I think I met you the other week. Were you at the Pittsburgh AWD meet last month?

dmatt · 10-01-2015, 03:08 PM

You will love the '16 Nismo Tech.

EzDz · 10-03-2015, 03:42 PM

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Originally Posted by gumbyy

Hey, I think I met you the other week. Were you at the Pittsburgh AWD meet last month?

That was me

Spstone · 10-01-2015, 08:59 PM

Like hearing the talks about the NISMO. One of my buddies and I are always going back and fourth about this. He thinks I only say I think the NISMO out corners every thing because I have one. I think there are a lot faster in a straight line cars out there, but for the price, I can't think of a single one that will drive faster at a higher speed, or through a corner.

EzDz · 10-03-2015, 03:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Spstone

Like hearing the talks about the NISMO. One of my buddies and I are always going back and fourth about this. He thinks I only say I think the NISMO out corners every thing because I have one. I think there are a lot faster in a straight line cars out there, but for the price, I can't think of a single one that will drive faster at a higher speed, or through a corner.

I agree with you man. The car is really composed at high speeds, I cant wait for a drop and some power mods

roplusbee · 10-03-2015, 06:42 PM

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Originally Posted by EzDz

I agree with you man. The car is really composed at high speeds, I cant wait for a drop and some power mods

The NISMO is a beast. Get some nice rubber and boost. You will never look back!

coolvans1988 · 10-02-2015, 10:56 AM

You'll be surprised of a APR stage 1 VW GTI (mk7) with everything stock lol.

roplusbee · 10-03-2015, 06:41 PM

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Originally Posted by coolvans1988

You'll be surprised of a APR stage 1 VW GTI (mk7) with everything stock lol.

I had a buddy with an APR GTI. He had everything they had to offer and it was all dealer installed, which was surprising. It was quick, but just not my cup of tea.

09-12-2015, 06:57 PM	#3 (permalink)
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nismo2evox Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Boston Posts: 39 Drives: Evo X Rep Power: 13	How does the STI compare to the Nismo and what made you make the switch? I came back to a Nismo from an Evo X and noticed the handling, and fit and finish is so much better in the Z in stock form. Frankly, even with the turbo I found the Evo X wasn't all that great before any tuning. I also like that I can toss the car around with much more confidence that with the Evo. I know this is not a popular opinion but to quote Fifth Gear, I agree that the Evo felt like a poorly set up a front wheel drive car, that had to be over throttled to induce natural handling. I also felt like I couldn't see anything over the massive hood of the Evo with the low seating position. However, I love the look and think the finish is gotten much better in the 2015+ WRX and STI. Love to hear your thoughts!

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Spstone Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Wilmington, nc Posts: 354 Drives: 14 370Z Nismo 6MT PW Rep Power: 11	Like hearing the talks about the NISMO. One of my buddies and I are always going back and fourth about this. He thinks I only say I think the NISMO out corners every thing because I have one. I think there are a lot faster in a straight line cars out there, but for the price, I can't think of a single one that will drive faster at a higher speed, or through a corner.