Anyone go from a Corvette to a 370??

noonespecial · 05-13-2010, 09:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BalanBro

My brother has an ls3 c6 with the z51 package. The vette is very stiff, and he commented that the ride in the 370z was much smoother. I think it really is "just right". Whether or not suspension compliance really matters is a personal thing, but the Z is typically a better daily driver than the c6.

Some additional points to note:
C6 has much better visibility. It's like being in a bubble. The 370 has bad blind spots. Probably one of the worst I've ever been in.

Obviously in terms of straight line speed, it's no contest, especially compared to the ls3. A c5 (non z06) is closer.
Both cars are relatively noisy, but the 370z is a bit quieter (until you drive over loose dirt/gravel, then it sounds like your wheel wells are being sandblasted).

If you are getting factory nav, the vette is LAME (with a capital for all 4 letters!). The nissan unit is infinitely better.

OnStar is LAME too.

The Z's seats are fantastic.

My current Z06 has the LS7,so I'll be giving up 155HP,not sure about the torque,but I'm sure it's substantial. Anyone know the weight on the Nismo? I know the Z06 is a tad less than 3200lbs....maybe the 370 can make up some ground on that front?

m4a1mustang · 05-13-2010, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

My current Z06 has the LS7,so I'll be giving up 155HP,not sure about the torque,but I'm sure it's substantial. Anyone know the weight on the Nismo? I know the Z06 is a tad less than 3200lbs....maybe the 370 can make up some ground on that front?

It should weigh about the same.

You're basically going from an 11 second car to a low 13 second car at best.

Lug · 05-13-2010, 11:41 AM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

My current Z06 has the LS7,so I'll be giving up 155HP,not sure about the torque,but I'm sure it's substantial. Anyone know the weight on the Nismo? I know the Z06 is a tad less than 3200lbs....maybe the 370 can make up some ground on that front?

3300 lbs.

BalanBro · 05-12-2010, 07:43 PM

I just noticed you are planning on a Nismo. In that case, the ride quality might not be so good. I would suggest test drving both the Nismo and a nicely loaded touring w/sport package. You may find the latter more appealing.

Lemers · 05-12-2010, 08:19 PM

My dealer had told me that people were trading in Z06 vette and I thought he was just talking me up. Oh well I guess it does happen.

Auston · 05-12-2010, 08:43 PM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

Hi all,
New member seriously contemplating making the switch from a C6 Z06 to a
370Z Nismo.....anyone else here do anything similar?

I've been using Corvettes as my DD for over ten years & just ready for a change.

Any and all experiences or opinions are welcome.

Edit: of course I meant "to a" in the thread title.....

For the price of a C6 Z06, no interest in the Viper? Also, what are you interested in, because obviously the
370 will be a step down in power

noonespecial · 05-13-2010, 08:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Auston

For the price of a C6 Z06, no interest in the Viper? Also, what are you interested in, because obviously the
370 will be a step down in power

I've had two Vipers in the past...a 00' RT/10 and an 06' Coupe. While I loved the looks & performance,I have a mediocre lower back and ingress/egress,combined with the harsh ride & heat from the footwells spoiled my ownership.

Also, I realize the Nismo won't be nearly as fast as my Z06(I've ran an 11.41 @126.539 bone stock) in a straight line,but I have other vehicles if I get the hankering for pure straight line acceleration. I'm looking for something I can take into the mountains and have a blast with. While the Z06 was just fine at this,it did lack in the "feel" dept. ,if that makes sense. I'm also considering the Cayman,but if the 370 Nismo gets the job done for ~$30k less,then all the better.

Sorry for the multiple posts,but I didn't see a way to multi quote.

Thanks a lot for the replies.

autopc25 · 06-02-2010, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by noonespecial

I've had two Vipers in the past...a 00' RT/10 and an 06' Coupe. While I loved the looks & performance,I have a mediocre lower back and ingress/egress,combined with the harsh ride & heat from the footwells spoiled my ownership.

Also, I realize the Nismo won't be nearly as fast as my Z06(I've ran an 11.41 @126.539 bone stock) in a straight line,but I have other vehicles if I get the hankering for pure straight line acceleration. I'm looking for something I can take into the mountains and have a blast with. While the Z06 was just fine at this,it did lack in the "feel" dept. ,if that makes sense. I'm also considering the Cayman,but if the 370 Nismo gets the job done for ~$30k less,then all the better.

Sorry for the multiple posts,but I didn't see a way to multi quote.

Thanks a lot for the replies.

The PDK Cayman S is a really fun car to drive. I think anyone who test drives the Cayman will prefer it if money is not the primary issue. FYI, Last Sept there was a LOT of Porsche trunk money, you could have gotten 20% off new 2010 Cayman and 911s. I could have bought a $76K Cayman S with Sports Chrono, PDK and other options for $63K. You could save another $2500 by not getting the PDK. For me it was still more then I wanted to spend in this economy.

You also mentioned road feel. The 2008 C6 steering was better then the '07. The Z is better then both and feels more nimble to me. Very few cars are as confidence inspiring and have as good road feel as a Cayman. Placing the Cayman is much easier because you are farther up, closer to the front wheels. Vetts are probably 12" farther back, probably more like 20" in your Vipers? The Z is better then the C6 but not the Cayman in this respect.

Personally, confidence inspiring is probably more important to me then ultimate performance for the street. There is a saying that "driving a slow car fast is more fun then driving a fast car slow". I think that is why the Miata is so popular? The Z is not a slow car by any means, it's a nice balance for the street. It's hard to use more power without more room to run.

Like someone said, change is nice if you have been driving your Z06 for a while. I just bought a Z after a couple of C6s for a change. For the money it's hard to go wrong with a Z. Great car. Test drive both the Nismo back to back with the Cayman to determine if the extra refinement is worth the extra money. You can't make a wrong choice!

Zsteve · 05-12-2010, 08:54 PM

you can get a vette for 42K right now. Pretty tempting but I hear they are high maintenance.

nitromt · 05-27-2010, 12:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

you can get a vette for 42K right now. Pretty tempting but I hear they are high maintenance.

I don't think they're that high maintenance compared to E46 M3, 03-05 Z, etc. However, some replacement parts do cost a LOT more than the Z including the tires.

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cmouton · 05-12-2010, 09:03 PM

I went from a 2005 Viper to my 40th Anniversary Z. While I miss the power, the creature comforts of the Z are far superior. The Viper was an awesome engine in a sexy body, but I never loved it.

chuckd05 · 05-12-2010, 09:32 PM

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Originally Posted by cmouton

I went from a 2005 Viper to my 40th Anniversary Z. While I miss the power, the creature comforts of the Z are far superior. The Viper was an awesome engine in a sexy body, but I never loved it.

vipers are bad mother f'ers

Id love to own one...

sonic370 · 10-29-2010, 07:45 PM

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Originally Posted by chuckd05

vipers are bad mother f'ers

Id love to own one...

yeah vipers are bad. and they would be worse daily drivers.
they ride like a dump truck. i know its a sports car but still.
plus isn't it a dodge.........just saying

Zsteve · 10-29-2010, 10:17 PM

The ZR1 beat the viper in 3 of 4 areas on supercars including the fastest in a mile.

ImportConvert · 10-30-2010, 08:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

The ZR1 beat the viper in 3 of 4 areas on supercars including the fastest in a mile.

The Viper is a race-car with a license plate. The 'vette will never be that "raw". However, call me whatever you want, I don't want a car that raw for the street. I would find a tree.

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Lemers A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Izmir, Turkey Posts: 15,371 Drives: 2012 Traverse LTZ Rep Power: 53	My dealer had told me that people were trading in Z06 vette and I thought he was just talking me up. Oh well I guess it does happen. __________________ 2010 Black Cherry Touring/Sport/Nav Now - 2012 Travese LTZ until I leave for Turkey

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Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 3,298 Drives: the 2 balled club Rep Power: 22	you can get a vette for 42K right now. Pretty tempting but I hear they are high maintenance. __________________ 2010 LS3 C6 Silver coupe corvette

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Zsteve A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: TX Posts: 3,298 Drives: the 2 balled club Rep Power: 22	The ZR1 beat the viper in 3 of 4 areas on supercars including the fastest in a mile. __________________ 2010 LS3 C6 Silver coupe corvette

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BalanBro Enthusiast Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 318 Drives: 40th Anniv. 370Z Rep Power: 1112	I just noticed you are planning on a Nismo. In that case, the ride quality might not be so good. I would suggest test drving both the Nismo and a nicely loaded touring w/sport package. You may find the latter more appealing.

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cmouton Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Little Rock Posts: 4 Drives: 40th Anniv. 370Z Rep Power: 16	I went from a 2005 Viper to my 40th Anniversary Z. While I miss the power, the creature comforts of the Z are far superior. The Viper was an awesome engine in a sexy body, but I never loved it.