2009 Nissan 370Z: Go Ahead, Name a Better V6 in This Price Range

UNKNOWN_370 · 01-07-2010, 09:19 AM

From my experiences with my G37s and 370z tests drives. Then comparing them to a range of test drives from the 135I to chevy camaro SS. I believe what really has the 370z with a leading edge are both its auto and manual transmissions moreso than the engine.
The engine is the power source but its the tranny that dictates how that power is delivered. This is where the VQ shines. This is where you must credit nissan most. I have to give respect to hyundai for putting out a smooth engine that honestly is waaaayyy tuned down verses the VQ which is almost @ max power. But hyundai, even though they contracted the greatest in tranny's (ZF) somehow found a way to create a fail in tranny performance. And this is why they still lag behind the competition. I must give them credit. They are working on a new tranny as we speak. But will 8 speeds be overkill?
BMW, a great car to say the least. But I must agree with AK. Definately too linear. Makes for a near dull ride. What's saves the BIMMER is a super responsive steering wheel. If I was looking for exciting luxury? The BMW would be great. But I'm not big on luxurious rides. The Z/G platform feeds my soul. Is the VQ course? Yes! Is it loud? Yes! (Not so much on my G but u get the point) do these qualities add to the fun of the Z? IMO YES!
This is why I have decided to sell one of my vehicles and buy a Z. I don't regret dropping my Z order for my G. But after retesting the car again. I must sell off one of my vehicles and buy the Z.

01-07-2010, 09:19 AM	#10 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14859	From my experiences with my G37s and 370z tests drives. Then comparing them to a range of test drives from the 135I to chevy camaro SS. I believe what really has the 370z with a leading edge are both its auto and manual transmissions moreso than the engine. The engine is the power source but its the tranny that dictates how that power is delivered. This is where the VQ shines. This is where you must credit nissan most. I have to give respect to hyundai for putting out a smooth engine that honestly is waaaayyy tuned down verses the VQ which is almost @ max power. But hyundai, even though they contracted the greatest in tranny's (ZF) somehow found a way to create a fail in tranny performance. And this is why they still lag behind the competition. I must give them credit. They are working on a new tranny as we speak. But will 8 speeds be overkill? BMW, a great car to say the least. But I must agree with AK. Definately too linear. Makes for a near dull ride. What's saves the BIMMER is a super responsive steering wheel. If I was looking for exciting luxury? The BMW would be great. But I'm not big on luxurious rides. The Z/G platform feeds my soul. Is the VQ course? Yes! Is it loud? Yes! (Not so much on my G but u get the point) do these qualities add to the fun of the Z? IMO YES! This is why I have decided to sell one of my vehicles and buy a Z. I don't regret dropping my Z order for my G. But after retesting the car again. I must sell off one of my vehicles and buy the Z.