2015 370z vs 2015 Hyundai genesis coupe r-spec

roplusbee

When I watched that comparison, I was a bit disturbed as well. I had to keep thinking that it was a price comparison, pitting two v6 coupes against each other. if you look at the comments, idiots are talking about Camaros and Mustangs with V8s. I simply reminded them that the V6 models would all be bested by the Z and probably by the Genesis as well.

As far as I am concerned, the Z is doing exactly what it is supposed to do. A great majority of the time, the owners modify the car. In that scenario, your poor man's Cayman goes out the window. A modified Cayman and a modified Z will come down to who spent more and who has more seat time (and balls).

Once I get back to the states, I will either get another NISMO Z (leaning heavily toward a 14) or go hard and get an 89-90 S13 Fastback and wait to see what the Z35 offers later on............

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markesc

I was considering a used Cayman, but I would have had to pay cash prettymuch as most banks will not finance an older vehicle. Then add on top the possible issues, I opted for a new car instead. Even if the Z is slower, I know it's going to probably be more reliable in the long run.

Would love a turbo'd cayman as a second weekend car, but nobody in Oregon knows how to tune them properly...

GZ3

Its just a price point comparo... Thats it.... Anyone who knows anything about motorsports knows the Z is in a completely different league than the genesis....the hyundai is still in its infancy. Not to say its not a decent car,

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klee370z

I will go ahead and keep my poor mans Porsche, and you can keep your Hyundai.

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night blade

When Kia announced the GT4 Stinger concept my interest peaked, why? Own a Kia and it's been good so far (knock on wood), that and a 5 year warranty (10 years in the US) helps. Stinger is no where to be found so I decided on the Z, no regrets at all on the Z and I'm loving it, but then again I wanted a real V6 manual sports car before they disappear, and unfortunately the writing in on the wall.

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2015nismo

I don't particularly care for anything in Hyundai's current line up, and it doesn't matter to me personally who drives one. I just have a preference for Z's. Combine those two factors together and unless Hyundai convinces me otherwise- with much better styling and performance, Z wins every time.

I feel like Kevin on Shark Tank. Hyundai is making great strides and doing good things, but I don't want to take those strides with them. I'm out I want a car that can compete with the likes of the Mustang GT, Cayman, and yes, the Z.

Whtciv2k

Important thing is you realize this is your own opinion. I've owned both cars. Both cars are great in their own right and both have their pitfalls. really depends on what you're in the market for at the time, budget and if you're open minded in trying out Hyundai.

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2015nismo

I do. Like I said, I just have a preference for Z's. To each his own though.

Whtciv2k

Yep, I get ya.

Anyway just to go off topic for a sec, this forum is great because we can have open discussions without someone trying to pick a stupid internet argument. I likes.

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UNKNOWN_370

See I tried Hyundai and for me... It was Z all the way. But I try to be objective. My preference is the Z. But I can say the truth without feeling like I have to defend Nissan's flaws. Most of all, I'm not a brand snob. If a car is good. It's good. No buts or excuses. Yes the Nissan is better.
But... Hyundai is catching up faster than everyone expected and dudes don't like the idea. I have seat time behind a gencoupe. Not just a spin around the block.
One thing I gotta say. When you turn on a 3.8 track cold. The grumble sounds healthy. The seating position is good for it being more designed for comfort. Steering is sharp and nicely weighted. It has great pick up and in street driving it corners well.
I had the opportunity to drive a Genesis coupe 2.0 on Puerto Rico mountains of Arecibo, Cayey, Fajardo and Caguas. The Hyundai turbo was designed for charging up mountains, not driving on flat streets. People just don't know. I was impressed with the 2.0 premium. I can only imagine the Spec on the mountain


I'm not mad that Hyundai is catching up. I'm mad Nissan is letting them with no response.

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GZ3

YES... even if you have owned both its still all personal opinion

but the facts cannot be disputed..which are:

the Z is a real sports car, not a sporty coupe
performs better than the gen in every way
its hertitage
lineage
motorsport history
have any of you even read up on mr K and all the awards the Z car has been a part of the last few decades? At one point it was the best selling sports car in history with the corvette trailing it.

The Gen is a great car, price comparable, but not in the same league.

if the Z really goes away into this abortion crossover, it will be a sad day for Z car enthusiasts ....if the gen KEEPS playin its cards right from that point on...it could secure and build from where the Z car dies..... gosh thats hard to type

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Firebase99

Youre right, its NOT in the same league. As the Z isnt in the same league as the Genesis. I.E. comfort, convenience, tech, etc. Though they are both niche cars, the Genesis shouldn't masquerade around the fact its a Grand Touring machine. Great on the highway and open roads and ok on the switchbacks, though certainly not a Z.

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BuddyLee

It's nice to see Hyundai trying to compete with the Infinity g35.

Best of luck to them in their endeavors.

Whtciv2k

Just for SnG's, i'd like to see if anyone has test driven one.

I'm not a fan of the new front fascia on the genesis though. I had the 2012 model which I prefer the looks over the refresh.

In all honesty, you can't really compare the 2. One is a 2 seater sport coupe and the other is a "luxury" sport coupe. BUt if you ever have a chance to test drive one, you'll def see that they're pretty decent rides. I really do miss my 2012 Genesis although I love my 2016 Z too. If I had to pick between the genesis coupe 3.8 and a 370z it'd be a super hard choice which would boil down to whether or not I need practicality.

The only reason I was okay with purchasing a Z and not another Genesis is that I already bought my wife a 2014 loaded out MDX which has all the creature comforts for when we go on trips and when we decide to have kids. Plus, my friend had owned a 350z when I had my G35 several years back and def loved how the Z felt.

BTW, I'm not some type of Hyundai lover.... I just like all types of vehicles from all manufacturers. Hell, I even really like those new 'stangs and those new focus ST's are pretty beast too.

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Firebase99

Test drove? Hell I have a '14 3.8 GT nad had a 2013 Z.

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