BMW Z4M Coupe to 370z? Test drive

ebruder

As I posted a few weeks ago, my BMW Z4MCoupe will be coming off of lease in a few months and I have begun shopping early.

I test drove a 370Z Touring with Sport, but a roadster, not a coupe earlier today and was very impressed.

The 370Z was a MUCH softer ride than my MCoupe. I did not push the engine as it was a new car and didn't want to rev too high on a car that I knew I wasn't going to buy. I did take it out on some local twisties and was impressed with its handling. Some of the roads were rough, and I was afraid the 19" wheels were going to show lack of side wall cushioning, but they were just fine.

The rev match on downshift was great. I am really good at heel/toe downshifts, but not as good as the 370Z electronics... most impressive.

At the 1st stop light pulling out of the dealer another car's driver rolled down his window to say what a cool car. I asked the salesman how many "plants" he had set up. He was grinning like crazy to have a comment from a stranger boosting his product.

Again, I did not take the car anywhere near engine, braking, or cornering limits, but I was impressed with what I did.

When I got back in my BMW after the test drive, I was naturally, back in my comfort zone with the smoothest and greatest 6 cylinder made, yet I am now tempted to go over to the "dark side" rather than buy out my lease.

Any comments re: the two cars would be welcomed.

EB