Explain these numbers: Carrera S vs 370Z

ProfessorDave

I certainly am impressed by the performance of the Carrera S and the Cayman S (and thanks for posting the stats!). But I could buy 2 fully loaded Z's for the price of a Carrera, and a fully loaded Z and an Altima for the price of the Cayman S. That's alot of $$ for a second or so 0-60.

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spearfish25

Agreed. I just was curious about the numbers game. I really question if those types of stats are massaged by either the manufacturers (for the hp/tq) or the magazines. It's like automobile politics.

I'm sure I could tear out 200lbs worth of stuff from my car and then add the HFCs and CBE to make it 350-360 crank hp. The carrera and cayman will still probably smoke me.

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G37Sam

I'm sorry if you think the Cayman is "just a second quicker" than a 370Z, the interior quality and finish of the Cayman is centuries ahead of that in a Z. The smell of their leather was enough to get my pants wet lol

They also get a PDK gearbox an engine that can be driven all day on the track without going into limp mode. The only advantage the Z has is its price.

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dad

Three different cars, but more than likely-"three different drivers"! That can make a difference in the results! Not to mention gear ratio, aero dynamics, different tires!

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ProfessorDave

I'm not Porsche hating. They are awesome cars. I can't afford one, but I'm not sure I would buy one even if I could. I can't see myself spending $80k+ on any car!

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G37Sam

But the Porsche isn't just "any car" haha

True, if you're looking for a wallet-friendly car, the Porsche's aren't the route to go, you know how much labor it takes to replace the sparks on those mid-engines?? lol

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Zsteve

If you were a Millionaire several times over I bet you would spend that much on a car, agains its about what your money level can afford.

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cptspeed

I would rather have a car that everyone thinks is slower, and is awed when they find that its not. I also find that its better to have a few different cars than one that I can afford.

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G37Sam

You know, the Cayman also has a few mods out

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nuts4nissan09

This knucklehead almost bought it when he got on it w/ those low temps. All that power is just unneccessary on the street. If you're that concerned about being showed-up by someone in a faster car, you have problems (inferiority complex). Buy what in the Hell you want and don't worry about some other dudes faster car. There will always be a faster car unless you're rolling in a top-fuel funny car and they don't handle worth a damn. I bought a 370Z and a Frontier 4wd crew cab for less than the price of a Cayman S and do not regret it at all. I prefer the Z's low cost (maintenance/purchase price/repair) over the Porsche. The Cayman S is a wonderful car, just not for me.