So how is everyone pleased with their Z performance wise?

Push370zzz · 10-23-2010, 12:10 PM

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Originally Posted by ninous26

Looking for comments that are as unbiased as possible.

So its obvious the Z is a win in several IMPORTANT categories.. Looks, quality, up to date, handling..

Just wondering how everyone feels about the performance? Power wise.. Satisfied? Surprised? Let down?

Dont want to make the mistake like I did with my G.. I came from an old V6 Acura so the G felt pretty fast compared to it and I didn't even get on it in the test drive years ago.. Once I got into the car game more with my VQ I realized that the G is pretty much nothing.. I mean its okay (Remember, power wise).. Not something to really even acknowledge... So by meaning I dont want to make the same mistake is this; I test drove a 370z a year ago, again just didn't feel right getting on it with a salesman in the car so I didn't get the full taste. It felt like the power was there for sure, obvious you could tell it would inhale my current car in a race but will I have the same disappointment as I did with the G? Why or why not?

I always left myself saying "Damn, I should have gotten a 350". The luxury aspects don't do me much.. I hardly even consider a G a luxury car.. Hell, my 91 Acura felt, looked, and was more luxurious than my 03 so you can see where I'm coming from..

I see that majority of members here that switched cars chose the 5.0.. Why is this? From what I've picked up I see that ma41mustang got annoyed by the small tick tack things that are annoying so he made the switch.. Is this it?

Sorry if this is an annoying post.. I just want to make sure that I absolutely adore what I buy next and have 0 buyers remorse like I did with the G... I still modded the hell out of it, made it pretty damn fun and make it look very sexy.. But there was always that emptiness inside when it came to performance ( Full bolt ons just wasn't enough, I had to resort to nitrous which I chickened out on installing).

Thanks for reading!

I used to have a G35 (2006 coupe) that I loved. I always missed it after selling her and got my 370z after just a couple years without it. The Z isn't a luxury car by any means, but it does feel more fit and polished than the old G did. It has plenty of power and I'm very satisfied with its performance. That does not mean I don't want a lot more, however

Endgame · 10-23-2010, 08:04 PM

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Originally Posted by smashwebs

I used to have a G35 (2006 coupe) that I loved. I always missed it after selling her and got my 370z after just a couple years without it. The Z isn't a luxury car by any means, but it does feel more fit and polished than the old G did. It has plenty of power and I'm very satisfied with its performance. That does not mean I don't want a lot more, however

Greedy bastard......

I am almost satisfied with the handling of the Z. I have coilovers on now, but will be getting sways within the next year. I am coming from an RX8 with MS suspension, so while the Z is impressive in the handling department, it still cannot compare to the RX8 and never will.

However, I am VERY impressed and satisfied with the speed of the Z, and I only have K&N drop in's and a Amuse front pipe and R1. I am sure I will be in bliss when I get my Motordyne M370 on, and tuned.

The Z is not the fastest car for the money on the block, but is a PERFECT blend between the handling prowess of a 'tuned' RX8 and the new 5.0 Stang. In fact, a tuned Z reminds me more of a 'lesser' Vette.

Mt Tam I am · 10-24-2010, 09:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

Greedy bastard......

I am almost satisfied with the handling of the Z. I have coilovers on now, but will be getting sways within the next year. I am coming from an RX8 with MS suspension, so while the Z is impressive in the handling department, it still cannot compare to the RX8 and never will.

However, I am VERY impressed and satisfied with the speed of the Z, and I only have K&N drop in's and a Amuse front pipe and R1. I am sure I will be in bliss when I get my Motordyne M370 on, and tuned.

The Z is not the fastest car for the money on the block, but is a PERFECT blend between the handling prowess of a 'tuned' RX8 and the new 5.0 Stang. In fact, a tuned Z reminds me more of a 'lesser' Vette.

Without highjacking this thread, have you already discussed benefit of coilovers? I tried to search Endgame posts. I am no expert with computers, and "invalid" repeatedly came back. You and Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear, rave about RX8 handling, so it must be true. Have you already, or can you please, elaborate on coilovers benefit and difference between 370 and RX8.

ProfessorDave · 10-24-2010, 10:01 AM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Without highjacking this thread, have you already discussed benefit of coilovers? I tried to search Endgame posts. I am no expert with computers, and "invalid" repeatedly came back. You and Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear, rave about RX8 handling, so it must be true. Have you already, or can you please, elaborate on coilovers benefit and difference between 370 and RX8.

I can't speak about coilovers, but the lightweight of the rotary and the perfect 50/50 balance made the RX-8 a handling dream. However, as I've said on other threads, the fact that given the 240ish HP and low torque, you were never really over the limits of the car. The Z requires more skill to make it handle well near its limits, IMO.

Endgame · 10-24-2010, 09:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

Without highjacking this thread, have you already discussed benefit of coilovers? I tried to search Endgame posts. I am no expert with computers, and "invalid" repeatedly came back. You and Jeremy Clarkson from Top Gear, rave about RX8 handling, so it must be true. Have you already, or can you please, elaborate on coilovers benefit and difference between 370 and RX8.

The standard 370Z suspension allows for too much body roll IMO; the Z, while good, was still not as sharp as the I was accustomed to. As also mention in another post, the Z does not have a 50/50 weight distribution. When I put my coilovers on, the Z handeled much sharper and eliminated some of the floatlike sensations I experienced. The coilovers also allowed me to corner better due to the reduction of body roll. I feel sway bars will finish out the Z's needs in a performance catagory.

While it still will not handle like the RX8, it will be much better than stock. And I agree that the Z requires more skill to drive fast. It does not require a high amount of skill like a Vette, but it is not as easy to drive at its limit like the RX8. To illustrate, there is a very nice S turn in Phoenix/Laveen near the mountains. The speed limit is about 35 in that section. I could take that at 80 with my MS spec'd RX8. With my Z stock, I could only manage 60. With my current setup, I can manage 70'ish. I am sure I will be able to improve upon that with Sways and as I learn to drive my Z more so.

As it seems you have used the search button (well done as some do not), I am sure you came across the threads of reccomended suspension mods (coilovers, sways, tires). Those mods really do evolve the car to a true performer. That said, while the RX8 is still a better handling car IMO (I chose the RX8 over the 350Z), the 370Z is still a much better overall car.

Not sure if that is what you were looking for. PM me if not...

cames4 · 10-24-2010, 09:54 PM

I compared the 370Z to the Mustang GT and the Challenger SRT8. I wanted an all-around functional vehicle that ran well, handled great, and had the torque that reminded me of my muscle car days (69 Charger RT, 68 RR RT, and 71 Cuda). Without going into too much detail, the Challenger and GT just did not have the "fit and finish" that I was looking for. Straight line, both were awesome but both failed (in my mind) in handling and quality. I tested the Z last and once i got in, I was in LUST. All radio and A/C controls were within reach of my right hand without moving it from the shifter, shifting was wonderfully natural, visibility was great except for the left side (fixed with bubble mirror), the seats actually hugged me, and the gauges were just perfect and where I could see them. The car is not the fastest on the road as has been mentioned but it drives like a dream, dares me to test its ability to hug the turns, and makes me feel good. Probably not a car for everyone but for me, it has reminded me how much fun driving can be and thus, the perfect car for me. On a side note, my research has indicated that it get stole less often... :-) Seems criminal prefer 4 seaters over 2 in some cases.

10-24-2010, 09:54 PM	#6 (permalink)
cames4 Base Member Join Date: Aug 2010 Location: Santa Clarita, CA Posts: 63 Drives: 2014 Z-Touring Stick Rep Power: 16	Why I picked the Z I compared the 370Z to the Mustang GT and the Challenger SRT8. I wanted an all-around functional vehicle that ran well, handled great, and had the torque that reminded me of my muscle car days (69 Charger RT, 68 RR RT, and 71 Cuda). Without going into too much detail, the Challenger and GT just did not have the "fit and finish" that I was looking for. Straight line, both were awesome but both failed (in my mind) in handling and quality. I tested the Z last and once i got in, I was in LUST. All radio and A/C controls were within reach of my right hand without moving it from the shifter, shifting was wonderfully natural, visibility was great except for the left side (fixed with bubble mirror), the seats actually hugged me, and the gauges were just perfect and where I could see them. The car is not the fastest on the road as has been mentioned but it drives like a dream, dares me to test its ability to hug the turns, and makes me feel good. Probably not a car for everyone but for me, it has reminded me how much fun driving can be and thus, the perfect car for me. On a side note, my research has indicated that it get stole less often... :-) Seems criminal prefer 4 seaters over 2 in some cases.

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