Sport Vs Base Model?

ped · 05-04-2015, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

I'd argue that from a purely performance standpoint they're not "worth" the extra cost over a sport model, at least not at MSRP.

They actually handle worse than the sport model by the reviews I've seen - skidpad and braking were both worse I think.

kenchan · 05-04-2015, 11:11 AM

the akebono's are very good especially for street use. at least get the sport.

a night/day difference from the previous brembo's nissan used on the 350Z/G35C.

Duc_Z09 · 05-04-2015, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ped

They actually handle worse than the sport model by the reviews I've seen - skidpad and braking were both worse I think.

Nissan claims the NISMO is better on the skidpad (0.99g) but it's really splitting hairs and probably dependent on who is doing the testing.

kenchan · 05-04-2015, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by Duc_Z09

Nissan claims the NISMO is better on the skidpad (0.99g) but it's really splitting hairs and probably dependent on who is doing the testing.

yah, a guy can get pretty dizzy going in circles all day....

near the end of the test day im sure he's like f- it.

tenkies · 05-04-2015, 01:27 PM

I thought about the Nismo model, but I'm not sure if the "upgrades" are worth it to me. I'm even on the fence on a Sport touring model. I have Bride seats sitting at home from the S2000 that I will eventually swap out for the OEM Nissan.

I am not planning on that many mods to car (i/h/e suspension, wheels) which will mostly be driven daily to work. So the VSD should be ok for my current needs, but if I decide to autocross or track I'd most likely upgrade to a Quaife or Kaaz diff. I think the sport model most suites my current needs/wants

kenchan · 05-04-2015, 03:47 PM

nismo models are great if you like their body style. it's definitely not an ordinary looking Z in person.

but of course you can alter the appearance with a few homedepot mods at a better price..

Leingod · 05-04-2015, 03:59 PM

Just use Photoshop and light room. Way cheaper

kenchan · 05-04-2015, 04:03 PM

i am sure duc would disagree..

Duc_Z09 · 05-04-2015, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

i am sure duc would disagree..

Yup, a $23.95 piece of aluminum is way cheaper than PhotoShop. Of course my argument breaks down if you don't have a buddy with a lathe; I understand those things are expensive.

05-04-2015, 01:27 PM	#50 (permalink)
tenkies Base Member Join Date: Jan 2015 Location: SoCal Posts: 69 Drives: SOLD Rep Power: 10	I thought about the Nismo model, but I'm not sure if the "upgrades" are worth it to me. I'm even on the fence on a Sport touring model. I have Bride seats sitting at home from the S2000 that I will eventually swap out for the OEM Nissan. I am not planning on that many mods to car (i/h/e suspension, wheels) which will mostly be driven daily to work. So the VSD should be ok for my current needs, but if I decide to autocross or track I'd most likely upgrade to a Quaife or Kaaz diff. I think the sport model most suites my current needs/wants Duc_Z09 likes this. Last edited by tenkies; 05-04-2015 at 03:34 PM.

05-04-2015, 03:47 PM	#51 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	nismo models are great if you like their body style. it's definitely not an ordinary looking Z in person. but of course you can alter the appearance with a few homedepot mods at a better price.. Duc_Z09 and tenkies like this.

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Leingod A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Some Place Cold Posts: 16,053 Drives: In Circles Rep Power: 2684396	Just use Photoshop and light room. Way cheaper __________________ I AM FLOOF! SOMEBODY FLOOF MY HORN!! ALL HAIL THE FLOOF!!I JUST FLOOFED ON THE FLOOR

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05-04-2015, 11:11 AM	#47 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	the akebono's are very good especially for street use. at least get the sport. a night/day difference from the previous brembo's nissan used on the 350Z/G35C.

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kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141520	i am sure duc would disagree..