What Would You Want (2011 370Z)

Mergnthwirker · 08-09-2010, 10:15 AM

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Originally Posted by chewonyou

Negative.

I've test driven both the 370Z and 2011 Mustang GT Coupe Premium (HID, gears, security, Brembo). The only area where the Z may have an edge is a tight track similar to an autocross. The areas where the Mustang wins out is value/pricing, braking, acceleration, mod potential/bang for the buck gains, practicality (more storage space).

Well, around here that solid rear axle just THROWS you off the road when you hit a frost-heave on a corner. The Z gives you a jolt, but stays planted. Drove 'em both back-to-back (actually last year's Mustang) and chose the Z. No contest for the brisk daily driving we do every day.

nuTinmuch · 08-09-2010, 12:21 PM

Yeah, that's the thing -- the Mustang handles -really- well on a smooth surface, but the real axle shows itself when you hit some bumpy roads. I'd imagine that sort of sours the experience for most of us who drive on good ol' American roads.

chewonyou · 08-10-2010, 10:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mergnthwirker

Well, around here that solid rear axle just THROWS you off the road when you hit a frost-heave on a corner. The Z gives you a jolt, but stays planted. Drove 'em both back-to-back (actually last year's Mustang) and chose the Z. No contest for the brisk daily driving we do every day.

I'm from the Tri-State area as well. Funny, I don't get thrown off the road in the same manner you've just described.

For everyday daily driving, I'd hands down prefer the Mustang. The 370z has major blind spots, lacks torque, and lacks interior space compared to the Mustang.

08-09-2010, 12:21 PM	#2 (permalink)
nuTinmuch A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 1,092 Drives: PG 7AT 370Z Rep Power: 19	Yeah, that's the thing -- the Mustang handles -really- well on a smooth surface, but the real axle shows itself when you hit some bumpy roads. I'd imagine that sort of sours the experience for most of us who drive on good ol' American roads. __________________ nuTinmuch! -- Platinum Graphite 370Z -- Check out my Gallery thread here!

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