Another TI

ImportConvert · 11-28-2010, 05:11 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

What's funny is it's just an optical illusion. The C6 Corvette is 72.6" wide. The 370Z is 72.8" wide. The Vette is not very tall so it appears wider than it is.

That's kindof funny. The 'vette looks "right" to me and the 370Z looks tall and skinny. The only way I look at them and appreciate them is from the side. From the front

family car stance.

ProfessorDave · 11-28-2010, 02:47 PM

You're not kidding, Steve! It is quite an illusion. I had no idea they were so similar in width.
edit: I'm also surprised to learn that the 370 is only about an inch wider than the 350. It looks much wider to me. I've got to get my eyes checked...

m4a1mustang · 11-28-2010, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by ProfessorDave

You're not kidding, Steve! It is quite an illusion. I had no idea they were so similar in width.
edit: I'm also surprised to learn that the 370 is only about an inch wider than the 350. It looks much wider to me. I've got to get my eyes checked...

The wheelbase of the 370 is 4" shorter than the 350, so that probably contributes to the 350 appearing much narrower.

Zsteve · 11-28-2010, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by ProfessorDave

You're not kidding, Steve! It is quite an illusion. I had no idea they were so similar in width.
edit: I'm also surprised to learn that the 370 is only about an inch wider than the 350. It looks much wider to me. I've got to get my eyes checked...

Thats why I say the vette is just as much a DD as the Z. Even more so to me as I think the vette has a smoother ride in all.

ImportConvert · 11-28-2010, 05:12 PM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

Thats why I say the vette is just as much a DD as the Z. Even more so to me as I think the vette has a smoother ride in all.

...and the paint is a LOT more durable.

Zsteve · 11-28-2010, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

...and the paint is a LOT more durable.

Im sure hoping. I think it has miata (was it?) doors too.

ProfessorDave · 11-28-2010, 05:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve

Im sure hoping. I think it has miata (was it?) doors too.

Oh no you did-int!

Bleek · 11-29-2010, 12:06 PM

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Originally Posted by ImportConvert

...and the paint is a LOT more durable.

another low blow

puckshaw · 11-29-2010, 12:21 PM

Damn you Steve! Just when I was getting over my obsession with vettes and "settling" for slapping a SC on the Z. When I get back in the country I'm going to have to drive one and see what's what. I wish the grand sport was cheaper...

ImportConvert · 11-29-2010, 03:46 PM

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Originally Posted by puckshaw

Damn you Steve! Just when I was getting over my obsession with vettes and "settling" for slapping a SC on the Z. When I get back in the country I'm going to have to drive one and see what's what. I wish the grand sport was cheaper...

Mid/high 40's isn't bad for what you're getting.

Zsteve · 11-29-2010, 07:02 PM

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Originally Posted by puckshaw

Damn you Steve! Just when I was getting over my obsession with vettes and "settling" for slapping a SC on the Z. When I get back in the country I'm going to have to drive one and see what's what. I wish the grand sport was cheaper...

Come sep/aug they will be throwing the 2011s away to make room for the 2012s and you will be able to pick up a GS pretty cheap (around 9K off MSRP). I just couldnt wait till then but still got a great deal on a 2010 they wanted off their lot.

The vette is smooth and powerful. A tune, exhaust, and a port and polish and you have another 50+ hp and tq. Add a cam and you are at the Z06 power level.

ProfessorDave · 11-29-2010, 12:42 PM

Any pictures of this imaginary vette yet Steve?

AllForTheCash · 11-29-2010, 02:25 PM

Pics!!!!!!!!

ProfessorDave · 11-29-2010, 07:22 PM

Do they still make Crane Cams? Back in the day, that was THE cam to put in a V8 (although that day was a long time ago, when cars were pulled by horses and bathrooms resembled small sheds).

Zsteve · 11-29-2010, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by ProfessorDave

Do they still make Crane Cams? Back in the day, that was THE cam to put in a V8 (although that day was a long time ago, when cars were pulled by horses and bathrooms resembled small sheds).

Havent seen that name in the forums but it seems like cams give some damn good hp gains but come with some surging at lower rpms.

11-28-2010, 02:47 PM	#2 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 20	You're not kidding, Steve! It is quite an illusion. I had no idea they were so similar in width. edit: I'm also surprised to learn that the 370 is only about an inch wider than the 350. It looks much wider to me. I've got to get my eyes checked... __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT Last edited by ProfessorDave; 11-28-2010 at 02:51 PM.

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ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 20	Any pictures of this imaginary vette yet Steve? __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

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AllForTheCash Enthusiast Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: NJ Posts: 385 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 16	Pics!!!!!!!! __________________ 2010 370z Brilliant Silver/Frost - Touring - Sport - Navigation - 6MT

11-29-2010, 07:22 PM	#14 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 20	Do they still make Crane Cams? Back in the day, that was THE cam to put in a V8 (although that day was a long time ago, when cars were pulled by horses and bathrooms resembled small sheds). __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

11-29-2010, 12:21 PM	#9 (permalink)
puckshaw Track Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Charlotte, NC Posts: 620 Drives: 09 PW 370Z Touring Rep Power: 18	Damn you Steve! Just when I was getting over my obsession with vettes and "settling" for slapping a SC on the Z. When I get back in the country I'm going to have to drive one and see what's what. I wish the grand sport was cheaper...