8 cylinder in a Z? What do you think?

Old Chuck · 04-13-2010, 03:16 PM

How do you handle the loss of Torque? That is one thing that I think would be hard to get used to if you have driven a high torque V-8. This is what 'stang owners complain about when they drive the Z especially those with FI or those on the list for the 5.0.

m4a1mustang · 04-13-2010, 03:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Old Chuck

How do you handle the loss of Torque? That is one thing that I think would be hard to get used to if you have driven a high torque V-8. This is what 'stang owners complain about when they drive the Z especially those with FI or those on the list for the 5.0.

It's tough, for sure. You are so used to instant throttle response even putting around at 1500 RPM, so it's a BIG shock when you move to a car that is as lethargic under 3000 RPM as our 370 is.

You are also (usually) not used to the extra 2,000 RPM so you find yourself short-shifting often. Basically you have to train yourself to the keep the revs up above 3000 and convince yourself that it's OK to wind it out in every gear, in fact, it's necessary if you actually want to get anywhere.

antman22 · 04-13-2010, 04:10 PM

With the Renault/Daimler deal, I'm going to send an email to both companies and see if I could purchase a 6.3L AMG V8, hehe. I'm going to offer $5.

Vegitto-kun · 04-13-2010, 05:40 PM

if the GT-R cant even get a V8 why would the 370 XD

DjSquall · 04-13-2010, 05:58 PM

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Originally Posted by Vegitto-kun

if the GT-R cant even get a V8 why would the 370 XD

so we can beat the GTR at 1/2 the price ofc

gorillanismo · 04-14-2010, 12:30 AM

in my humble opinion thats a murder

Maxima09 · 04-14-2010, 07:22 AM

Instead of putting an LS3 into the Z, get a base Corvette 1 LT for 44k or so. It comes with the LS3 already installed!!! Then you get 20 inch rear tire/front 19 etc

MightyBobo · 04-14-2010, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Maxima09

Instead of putting an LS3 into the Z, get a base Corvette 1 LT for 44k or so. It comes with the LS3 already installed!!! Then you get 20 inch rear tire/front 19 etc

Would definitely be cheaper.

GTRFAN · 04-14-2010, 08:39 PM

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Originally Posted by FricFrac

I hope Nissan comes out with another straight six - an improved version of the RB26. Maybe something like the RB30 block from Australia with the RB26 heads for an amazing 3.0l turbo charged motor.

V8s are dying. Emissions will kill them and turbo chargers will be the last hold out for huge power as emisson restrictions continue. Then electric cars will take over once a suitable cost effective power storage solution is found. Electric cars will blow the doors off the combustion engines and take traction control to an all new level with powered AWD. No need for a differential. Its going to be the next level of automotive technology. Tuning your car will come down to software and how much current you want to draw from your power source and the capability of your ESC (electronic speed controller). Many will fear the change but its going to be crazy....

One of the reasons Nissan use a straight six is because it's buttery smooth and can rev to 10k. All "V" motors will have some sort of vibration as they are not naturally balanced. The older RB series engines currently make a lot more power than the VR38 in the R35 GTR.

Moving on...I would like to see either a new turbo straight six with around 4 liters like the Australian Ford F6 or a decent V10 twin turbo with a short stroke that suits boost.

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Originally Posted by jtown82

if your were going to go to all that trouble then just put in a 454

That's such an American comment! haha Bigger is not always better.

The weight of the engine is a major factor as well, so big heavy V8's are not an option as they upset the balance of a small car like the Z.

Jeremy Clarkson once said running a V8 is like having a dead cow on your hood! haha

Mergnthwirker · 04-15-2010, 04:35 PM

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Originally Posted by GTRFAN

That's such an American comment! haha Bigger is not always better.

H'mmm. It's not??

Have you seen the butts & boobies thread over in Gentleman's Lounge?

NYBladeZ · 04-14-2010, 08:48 PM

Unfortunately making that much power would take away from the GTR marketshare and therefore will never happen.

gumpy · 04-15-2010, 05:13 PM

I'd like to see a 3.7L v8 that revs to 10k maybe 12k... lets have on that sounds beautiful...

wishihadnav · 04-15-2010, 05:34 PM

no V8 for me..i'd like to see a turbo V6 though!

370zFORme!! · 04-15-2010, 05:48 PM

Throw the Direct Injection V8 from the Infiniti M56 in there. 420HP is good enough for me.

04-13-2010, 03:16 PM	#1 (permalink)
Old Chuck Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Florida & SC Posts: 86 Drives: 05 Tundra& 02 Subaru Rep Power: 17	m4a1Mustang How do you handle the loss of Torque? That is one thing that I think would be hard to get used to if you have driven a high torque V-8. This is what 'stang owners complain about when they drive the Z especially those with FI or those on the list for the 5.0.

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gorillanismo Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Puerto Rico Posts: 112 Drives: 03Chevrolet Cavalier Rep Power: 17	in my humble opinion thats a murder __________________ SHIFT: The Future NISSAN

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NYBladeZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: New York Posts: 2,158 Drives: Lotus Exige S Rep Power: 21	Unfortunately making that much power would take away from the GTR marketshare and therefore will never happen. __________________ 2009 Carbon Fiber/Red 370z aka Trish: Sports Package, Meisterschaft full catback, Fast Intentions Longtube Headers, Injen Long Tube Intakes, UpRev Tune: Sold 2008 Lotus Exige S Club Racer aka Bella, always leaves me smiling

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