G37 vs 370Z

msb3079 · 09-29-2010, 11:15 PM

I had a 2004 G35 Coupe 6MT, then a 2008 G37 Coupe 6MT, and just got a 2009 370Z Touring Sport 6MT.

The 2004 G35 was my favorite (in it's time) but looks so dated now. If there were more revisions to the G37, I may have leased another... but didn't want the same EXACT thing again... so ended up BUYING the Z (2009 leftover).

It really depends what you want. When I got my 2004 G35, I considered the 350Z... but liked the exterior of the G35 much better and thought the interior of the 350Z was pretty bad. Really, I wasn't a big fan of the 350Z in general. I got my G37 shortly before the 370Z was released... and have always said I wanted the 370Z next.

The exterior of the 370Z is the best of all I've had. The interior, while it's MUCH better than the 350Z IMO.. doesn't compare to the G37 interior, which was a PERFECT mix of sport and luxury. I miss the nice seats in the G, and am not a huge fan of some of the details of the 370Z... one being the shade of orange used... (the purple and white in the G was AWESOME) and also, the huge orange ring around the tach is annoying... I'm sure I just need to get more used to the interior.

Anyway... I'm going on and on... obviously, the 370Z is more for strictly sport and driving... whereas the G37 covers a lot of that, but dives a little more into the luxury and having more space (seats, etc).

I do miss having a moonroof and I did really get used to having a backup camera (which will be on the 2011 370Zs). Like someone else said, the audio quality is MUCH better in the G and the exhaust sounds better, as well.

I am very happy with my 370Z so far. I need to tint the windows. I may put spacers on too. I might not change the suspension at all. I used Tein S Tech springs on the G35, Tein H Tech on my G37 and also 15mm spacers on the G37... which I may put on the Z. I'm hoping I don't want to lower the Z. We'll see...

TruKoi · 06-19-2011, 10:00 PM

About a month ago, I was in a similar dilemma. I narrowed it down to several cars, and the fact of having a backseat and AWD spec was making the G37 a favorable choice. However, I stuck to my guns because I really liked the body lines of the 370Z specifically and done the cross-breed sedan sports car already; i.e. 330i and WRX.

Just my own personal biased feelings..everytime I see a G37 up close nowadays, I pat myself on making the right choice for me. I really dislike the appearance compared to the Z.

If I needed a DD with backseats and had a family, the G would probably win-out; but I am sure I would've talked myself into a 335x, if that was the case.

mikeSS · 06-19-2011, 11:00 PM

the 370z is winning on a 370z forum no way !

onzedge · 06-19-2011, 11:13 PM

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Originally Posted by mikeSS

the 370z is winning on a 370z forum no way !

Kcuba370z · 06-20-2011, 01:13 AM

Lol I voted b4 reading

bijou · 07-13-2011, 10:04 AM

There is no comparison to the 370z and the G37. i have driven both cars and for a daily driver you can't beat the G37. If you want a race car get the 370z.

sboden · 07-13-2011, 10:43 AM

I bought my 03 G35 C 6MT because I liked the interior, exterior, and the back seat better than the 350Z. I don't need a back seat anymore and I like the exterior of the 370Z a lot more than the G37 C. I'm also partial to 2 seat sports cars when they fit into my lifestyle. I still would have gotten the 03 G35 over the 350Z had a two seat car been practical at the time. I'm mixed on the interior as I like both of them in different ways...

kenchan · 07-13-2011, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by sboden

I bought my 03 G35 C 6MT because I liked the interior, exterior, and the back seat better than the 350Z. I don't need a back seat anymore and I like the exterior of the 370Z a lot more than the G37 C. I'm also partial to 2 seat sports cars when they fit into my lifestyle. I still would have gotten the 03 G35 over the 350Z had a two seat car been practical at the time. I'm mixed on the interior as I like both of them in different ways...

im not sure wat you posted but if you want a dd, G35C/G37C is the way to go. i have absolutely no issue with kids getting in/out of their recaro booster seats in the back. not much cargo space but for day to day things it's enough.

if you want a fun car get the 370Z. if you want both, then you get both.

kenchan · 07-13-2011, 10:53 AM

btw, if you have infants forget the 2-doors. they might seem fine with infant carriers but wait till a rainy day and when you're rushed to get somewhere. 2 doors are a pita.

btw, my older kid rode shotgun in my Z the other day.

he loved it.

sboden · 07-13-2011, 10:59 AM

I have to agree both would be great! As a former G owner I was just giving my opinion on both. I do agree family/DD is more in G territory than Z but that shouldn't be a surprise to anyone.

USMCASA · 07-14-2011, 06:02 AM

i have a Z because i'm not old enough to get a G

BOLIO 671 · 07-15-2011, 07:27 AM

370Z for me..Owned a 2006 G35 Coupe and loved it..it looked a lot better than the 350Z at the time..Didnt care for the 350Z...but the new looks of the G37 just doesn't do it for me...Looks too "girly" in my opinion..the G35 design was a lot nicer IMO.

The back seats of the G37 doesn't really count for much...If your 6'0" or plus like me you can forget about fitting adults or kids past 5yrs old in the back..First off you won't be comfortable having to move ur seat up to squish someone back there and second if you're driving kids around, the G is not really a safe option compared to a sedan or SUV...The actual hatch space in the Z makes for ample room compared to the trunk space of the G37 coupe which is slightly smaller to accomodate the small rear seats.

Whether getting a Z or G..these cars are made for fun spirited driving every now and again...its what seperates these type of cars from other vehicles...I love the raw feeling the Z and its nterior provides...its how a sports car should look and feel...Even the Ferrari 599 GTO is raw with racing seats Harness seatbelts and no radio/stereo...and thats a 3digit car....if you want comfort then a sports car is not for you...just my :

tjlazer · 07-15-2011, 10:46 AM

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Originally Posted by BOLIO 671

370Z for me..Owned a 2006 G35 Coupe and loved it..it looked a lot better than the 350Z at the time..Didnt care for the 350Z...but the new looks of the G37 just doesn't do it for me...Looks too "girly" in my opinion..the G35 design was a lot nicer IMO.

The back seats of the G37 doesn't really count for much...If your 6'0" or plus like me you can forget about fitting adults or kids past 5yrs old in the back..First off you won't be comfortable having to move ur seat up to squish someone back there and second if you're driving kids around, the G is not really a safe option compared to a sedan or SUV...The actual hatch space in the Z makes for ample room compared to the trunk space of the G37 coupe which is slightly smaller to accomodate the small rear seats.

Whether getting a Z or G..these cars are made for fun spirited driving every now and again...its what seperates these type of cars from other vehicles...I love the raw feeling the Z and its nterior provides...its how a sports car should look and feel...Even the Ferrari 599 GTO is raw with racing seats Harness seatbelts and no radio/stereo...and thats a 3digit car....if you want comfort then a sports car is not for you...just my :

^ I agree completely. I also had a 2006 G35C and got the 370.

ImportConvert · 07-15-2011, 07:46 AM

G37 looks boring. It's a crappy sport/luxury car compared to the BMW's and others in its price-range. Get a 370Z.

2011 Nismo#91 · 07-15-2011, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by Convert

I'm leaning a bit towards the 370Z though because I am basically just looking for another sports car, I don't care much for all of the extra features that come with the G37.

By extra features you mean like back seats seats and a trunk? The Z can be very impractical at times over the G but If that's fine with you it seems like the right car. But I think you mean you would like a G37 with the least features rather then a 370Z.

If your fine with the lack of 'features' then the Z is the better choice.

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06-19-2011, 11:00 PM	#3 (permalink)
mikeSS Base Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: MI Posts: 205 Drives: performance Rep Power: 15	the 370z is winning on a 370z forum no way ! __________________ 11 GT 432WHP. 10 SS 460WHP

07-15-2011, 07:27 AM	#12 (permalink)
BOLIO 671 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: GUAHAN Posts: 1,198 Drives: To & From then Back Rep Power: 3400	370Z for me..Owned a 2006 G35 Coupe and loved it..it looked a lot better than the 350Z at the time..Didnt care for the 350Z...but the new looks of the G37 just doesn't do it for me...Looks too "girly" in my opinion..the G35 design was a lot nicer IMO. The back seats of the G37 doesn't really count for much...If your 6'0" or plus like me you can forget about fitting adults or kids past 5yrs old in the back..First off you won't be comfortable having to move ur seat up to squish someone back there and second if you're driving kids around, the G is not really a safe option compared to a sedan or SUV...The actual hatch space in the Z makes for ample room compared to the trunk space of the G37 coupe which is slightly smaller to accomodate the small rear seats. Whether getting a Z or G..these cars are made for fun spirited driving every now and again...its what seperates these type of cars from other vehicles...I love the raw feeling the Z and its nterior provides...its how a sports car should look and feel...Even the Ferrari 599 GTO is raw with racing seats Harness seatbelts and no radio/stereo...and thats a 3digit car....if you want comfort then a sports car is not for you...just my : __________________ 2013 Nismo Z34 / FI TT #091 / IG: @lilzilla_z34 Last edited by BOLIO 671; 07-15-2011 at 07:31 AM.

09-29-2010, 11:15 PM	#1 (permalink)
msb3079 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: collingswood.nj Posts: 133 Drives: 12 Touring Sport 6MT Rep Power: 17	I had a 2004 G35 Coupe 6MT, then a 2008 G37 Coupe 6MT, and just got a 2009 370Z Touring Sport 6MT. The 2004 G35 was my favorite (in it's time) but looks so dated now. If there were more revisions to the G37, I may have leased another... but didn't want the same EXACT thing again... so ended up BUYING the Z (2009 leftover). It really depends what you want. When I got my 2004 G35, I considered the 350Z... but liked the exterior of the G35 much better and thought the interior of the 350Z was pretty bad. Really, I wasn't a big fan of the 350Z in general. I got my G37 shortly before the 370Z was released... and have always said I wanted the 370Z next. The exterior of the 370Z is the best of all I've had. The interior, while it's MUCH better than the 350Z IMO.. doesn't compare to the G37 interior, which was a PERFECT mix of sport and luxury. I miss the nice seats in the G, and am not a huge fan of some of the details of the 370Z... one being the shade of orange used... (the purple and white in the G was AWESOME) and also, the huge orange ring around the tach is annoying... I'm sure I just need to get more used to the interior. Anyway... I'm going on and on... obviously, the 370Z is more for strictly sport and driving... whereas the G37 covers a lot of that, but dives a little more into the luxury and having more space (seats, etc). I do miss having a moonroof and I did really get used to having a backup camera (which will be on the 2011 370Zs). Like someone else said, the audio quality is MUCH better in the G and the exhaust sounds better, as well. I am very happy with my 370Z so far. I need to tint the windows. I may put spacers on too. I might not change the suspension at all. I used Tein S Tech springs on the G35, Tein H Tech on my G37 and also 15mm spacers on the G37... which I may put on the Z. I'm hoping I don't want to lower the Z. We'll see...

06-19-2011, 10:00 PM	#2 (permalink)
TruKoi Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 49 Drives: '11 Z Touring Sport Rep Power: 17	About a month ago, I was in a similar dilemma. I narrowed it down to several cars, and the fact of having a backseat and AWD spec was making the G37 a favorable choice. However, I stuck to my guns because I really liked the body lines of the 370Z specifically and done the cross-breed sedan sports car already; i.e. 330i and WRX. Just my own personal biased feelings..everytime I see a G37 up close nowadays, I pat myself on making the right choice for me. I really dislike the appearance compared to the Z. If I needed a DD with backseats and had a family, the G would probably win-out; but I am sure I would've talked myself into a 335x, if that was the case.

06-20-2011, 01:13 AM	#5 (permalink)
Kcuba370z Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: New York Posts: 340 Drives: Z34 Rep Power: 16	Lol I voted b4 reading

07-13-2011, 10:04 AM	#6 (permalink)
bijou Base Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: CA Posts: 17 Drives: 11 nissan 370z Rep Power: 15	There is no comparison to the 370z and the G37. i have driven both cars and for a daily driver you can't beat the G37. If you want a race car get the 370z.

07-13-2011, 10:43 AM	#7 (permalink)
sboden Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 580 Drives: 09 Blue 370Z T/S 6MT Rep Power: 17	I bought my 03 G35 C 6MT because I liked the interior, exterior, and the back seat better than the 350Z. I don't need a back seat anymore and I like the exterior of the 370Z a lot more than the G37 C. I'm also partial to 2 seat sports cars when they fit into my lifestyle. I still would have gotten the 03 G35 over the 350Z had a two seat car been practical at the time. I'm mixed on the interior as I like both of them in different ways...

07-13-2011, 10:53 AM	#9 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	btw, if you have infants forget the 2-doors. they might seem fine with infant carriers but wait till a rainy day and when you're rushed to get somewhere. 2 doors are a pita. btw, my older kid rode shotgun in my Z the other day. he loved it.

07-13-2011, 10:59 AM	#10 (permalink)
sboden Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: Kansas City Posts: 580 Drives: 09 Blue 370Z T/S 6MT Rep Power: 17	I have to agree both would be great! As a former G owner I was just giving my opinion on both. I do agree family/DD is more in G territory than Z but that shouldn't be a surprise to anyone.

07-14-2011, 06:02 AM	#11 (permalink)
USMCASA A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: NC Posts: 1,152 Drives: 09 370z CY M6 Rep Power: 18	i have a Z because i'm not old enough to get a G

07-15-2011, 07:46 AM	#14 (permalink)
ImportConvert A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: SWMO Posts: 4,454 Drives: 2019 CX5 GT Reserve Rep Power: 7628	G37 looks boring. It's a crappy sport/luxury car compared to the BMW's and others in its price-range. Get a 370Z.