Mustang GT vs 370z, non-corporate unbias review! Finally!!!

kay.zee · 01-17-2016, 04:11 PM

The Nismo is overpriced though! Seen one the dealer was trying to sell for $46,000 you gotta be kidding me.

Kzonts · 01-17-2016, 05:09 PM

I had a 2010 V6 Mustang with a ProCharger which was a really fun car, but I haven't driven a S550 model, so I can't comment on that. But I can honestly say I'm very happy with the "Z". I have the Sport model which is really great value for less than $34K.

And as the comparison video mentions, I would really like a telescoping steering wheel. I can never quite get comfortable with the seat adjustment.

sunkist350z · 01-17-2016, 08:36 PM

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Originally Posted by KngScottieV

My biggest reason for the Z was the styling. It just looks amazing. I still just stare at it every once in a while, it's a beautiful car.

Mustangs, I like the look of, but I wouldn't call it a beautiful car, just good looking. Also I see Mustangs everywhere and it loses appeal.

I agree the z is a gorgeous car I constantly stare at it in my garage while relaxing having a beer...and say to myself "damm that is one sexy sports car"

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-18-2016, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by sunkist350z

I agree the z is a gorgeous car I constantly stare at it in my garage while relaxing having a beer...and say to myself "damm that is one sexy sports car"

Those haunches though!

barncobob · 01-18-2016, 05:36 AM

I see mustangs everywhere, very few Zs.Ive had both and the Z is alot better car, IMHO

Dirk McGurck · 01-18-2016, 06:11 AM

The S550 to me is a gorgeous car. They just keep adding weight to it, and that ruins it for me. Nissan was part of a very small group that removed weight and size when moving to a new generation (350Z to 370Z). That's one thing I'm afraid about the Z35, if they make it heavier and larger.

mishuko · 01-18-2016, 07:03 AM

the scary part is i've seen more gtr's than z's....

interesting take on the reviews.

there was another review done about how fun the car is but unless you're really into race car mode it's definitely not the car for you.

Spoiler · 01-18-2016, 11:51 AM

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Originally Posted by KngScottieV

My biggest reason for the Z was the styling. It just looks amazing. I still just stare at it every once in a while, it's a beautiful car.
Mustangs, I like the look of, but I wouldn't call it a beautiful car, just good looking. Also I see Mustangs everywhere and it loses appeal.

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Originally Posted by sunkist350z

I agree the z is a gorgeous car I constantly stare at it in my garage while relaxing having a beer...and say to myself "damm that is one sexy sports car"

I do really love the looks of this car too. I was out in my garage this weekend just sitting and staring at it... I must admit I kinda got a little bit of a "chubby" while I was out there...

Spoiler

DR_ · 01-18-2016, 01:07 PM

I have both cars, although both are very far from stock. Really two different cars, the Mustang is very practical, with a surprising amount of room and great visibility, making it a great daily driver. The Z is much more of a sports car, sacrificing practicality for performance. If you are really pushing the car the Z is much more rewarding, but just driving around normally the Mustang is the better ride.

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-18-2016, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Dirk McGurck

The S550 to me is a gorgeous car. They just keep adding weight to it, and that ruins it for me. Nissan was part of a very small group that removed weight and size when moving to a new generation (350Z to 370Z). That's one thing I'm afraid about the Z35, if they make it heavier and larger.

The Q60 coupe should be in the 3400b-3500lb range. Expect the Z to be at minimum 400lbs lighter.

JARblue · 01-18-2016, 01:23 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

You can literally kill the clutch hydraulic & exhaust sound weaknesses for $2,600.

Fixed

But I am seriously wondering... what do you consider the handling weakness? I cannot deny that there are many suspension variables that can be improved, and there are a decent number of aftermarket parts to do so. But for a street going sports car, it seems like the handling is a major strength for the Z. The OEM tires aren't the best is all I could think of lol. I'm pretty sure there are a couple of guys with multiple track seasons on the stock suspension still running strong

DR_ · 01-18-2016, 01:29 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

The Q60 coupe should be in the 3600b-3700lb range. Expect the Z to be at minimum 300lbs lighter.

fixed

Apex2Apex · 01-18-2016, 01:42 PM

Dear Central Florida Mustang drivers,

No, I don't want to race you. Not now, not ever.

Please go hug a ****.

Sincerely,

The 40 year old in the blue Z

P.S. In case you enjoy **** hugging (NTTAWWT), please go cuddle a vag.

That pretty much sums up my feelings on the mustang. Beautiful car that is apparently driven by idiots here in CF.

Dirk McGurck · 01-18-2016, 02:07 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

The Q60 coupe should be in the 3400b-3500lb range. Expect the Z to be at minimum 400lbs lighter.

They have to be doing some major magic on that chassis, then, since the G37 coupe was 3700lbs and the Q50 is listed between 3600-3900lbs.

Don't get me wrong, I'd be a very happy man with a 3000lb Z pushing 400HP from a 3.0L TTV6, but I doubt Nissan wants to invest that much in the car since they apparently hate us all.

mishuko · 01-18-2016, 02:43 PM

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Originally Posted by UNKNOWN_370

The Q60 coupe should be in the 3400b-3500lb range. Expect the Z to be at minimum 200lbs lighter.

refixed

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Originally Posted by JARblue

Fixed

But I am seriously wondering... what do you consider the handling weakness? I cannot deny that there are many suspension variables that can be improved, and there are a decent number of aftermarket parts to do so. But for a street going sports car, it seems like the handling is a major strength for the Z. The OEM tires aren't the best is all I could think of lol. I'm pretty sure there are a couple of guys with multiple track seasons on the stock suspension still running strong

re050a's are actually damn solid in DRY and warm/hot conditions. wet conditions, less than optimal tread and other thingies are well... yea.

minus the CSC, the weakest point already mentioned to me is the exhaust note. the g35/37 had such a nicer throaty sound.

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Originally Posted by Dirk McGurck

They have to be doing some major magic on that chassis, then, since the G37 coupe was 3700lbs and the Q50 is listed between 3600-3900lbs.

Don't get me wrong, I'd be a very happy man with a 3000lb Z pushing 400HP from a 3.0L TTV6, but I doubt Nissan wants to invest that much in the car since they apparently hate us all.

not sure if you saw the posts but the new engine is lighter than the current one BUT with plumbing it'll be 50lb or so heavier.

also need to keep in mind with newer technologies in safety/sound dampening (a major complaint from the weak willed) / bells and whistles they will fight to keep it under 3200 unless they seriously adjust the length/width.

01-17-2016, 05:09 PM	#17 (permalink)
Kzonts Track Member Join Date: Mar 2015 Location: Greenville, SC Age: 60 Posts: 721 Drives: 2019 Roadster Rep Power: 115320	I had a 2010 V6 Mustang with a ProCharger which was a really fun car, but I haven't driven a S550 model, so I can't comment on that. But I can honestly say I'm very happy with the "Z". I have the Sport model which is really great value for less than $34K. And as the comparison video mentions, I would really like a telescoping steering wheel. I can never quite get comfortable with the seat adjustment. Last edited by Kzonts; 01-17-2016 at 05:12 PM.

01-18-2016, 05:36 AM	#20 (permalink)
barncobob A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2015 Location: hangtown, CA Posts: 1,164 Drives: 16 370Z auto Rep Power: 589	I see mustangs everywhere, very few Zs.Ive had both and the Z is alot better car, IMHO ZoomZ likes this.

01-18-2016, 06:11 AM	#21 (permalink)
Dirk McGurck Track Member Join Date: Jun 2014 Location: Delaware Posts: 715 Drives: 09 MB 370Z Touring Rep Power: 20	The S550 to me is a gorgeous car. They just keep adding weight to it, and that ruins it for me. Nissan was part of a very small group that removed weight and size when moving to a new generation (350Z to 370Z). That's one thing I'm afraid about the Z35, if they make it heavier and larger. __________________ 2009 370Z Touring with Sport

01-18-2016, 07:03 AM	#22 (permalink)
mishuko A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2014 Location: bouncin on tigga Posts: 8,062 Drives: '12 Z Rep Power: 9434	the scary part is i've seen more gtr's than z's.... interesting take on the reviews. there was another review done about how fun the car is but unless you're really into race car mode it's definitely not the car for you. ZoomZ likes this.

01-18-2016, 01:07 PM	#24 (permalink)
DR_ Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Dallas Posts: 981 Drives: Touring/Sport M6 PG Rep Power: 16	I have both cars, although both are very far from stock. Really two different cars, the Mustang is very practical, with a surprising amount of room and great visibility, making it a great daily driver. The Z is much more of a sports car, sacrificing practicality for performance. If you are really pushing the car the Z is much more rewarding, but just driving around normally the Mustang is the better ride. Last edited by DR_; 01-18-2016 at 01:10 PM.

01-17-2016, 04:11 PM	#16 (permalink)
kay.zee Banned Join Date: Apr 2015 Location: Walnut Creek,Ca Posts: 67 Drives: not a nissan Rep Power: 0	The Nismo is overpriced though! Seen one the dealer was trying to sell for $46,000 you gotta be kidding me.

01-18-2016, 01:42 PM	#28 (permalink)
Apex2Apex Base Member Join Date: Jul 2015 Location: Central Florida Posts: 130 Drives: 2015 370Z Rep Power: 9	Dear Central Florida Mustang drivers, No, I don't want to race you. Not now, not ever. Please go hug a **. Sincerely, The 40 year old in the blue Z P.S. In case you enjoy ** hugging (NTTAWWT), please go cuddle a vag. That pretty much sums up my feelings on the mustang. Beautiful car that is apparently driven by idiots here in CF. TriNismo, ChopsZ and ZoomZ like this.

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