How to Keep with the Jones's

m4a1mustang · 02-17-2011, 11:33 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Z_Fan

Get a 2012 GT-R if you want to destroy the Jones:

YouTube - Drag Race! 2012 Nissan GT-R vs 2011 Chevy Corvette Z06 vs 2011 Shelby GT500

Damn that AWD!

You can see at around the 1/8 mile - 1000' mark that the Z06 is able to stop the GTRs pull and start to gain. Damn AWD.

ImportConvert · 02-17-2011, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

Damn that AWD!

You can see at around the 1/8 mile - 1000' mark that the Z06 is able to stop the GTRs pull and start to gain. Damn AWD.

I love that video. Close your eyes and listen to it, and then listen to the video I made.
YouTube - GT-R revs

shadoquad · 02-17-2011, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImportConvert

I love that video. Close your eyes and listen to it, and then listen to the video I made.
YouTube - GT-R revs

Jordo! · 02-17-2011, 07:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

m4a1mustang · 02-17-2011, 07:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

Gixxer2k4 · 02-18-2011, 11:43 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 370Z_Fan

YouTube - Drag Race! 2012 Nissan GT-R vs 2011 Chevy Corvette Z06 vs 2011 Shelby GT500

They should race the BNSF engine in the back ground, it has 4,000hp and six axles.

370Z_Fan · 02-17-2011, 06:35 PM

^^^ Epic fail!!!

Cyberium · 02-17-2011, 06:56 PM

What people don't understand is... horsepower and straight line speed aren't everything. I didn't buy this car because it was the fastest car I could afford. I bought it because it had the perfect combination of speed, looks, and agility for a decent price. I could of went out and bought a twin turbo integra type r and still had 20 thousand dollars left over. Yeah it would be quick but who cares. It's garbage.

Yeah, car companys are making cheap horsepower these days but I rather drive a 332 hp 370z than a 400 hp Camaro ANYDAY.

ImportConvert · 02-17-2011, 07:36 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cyberium

What people don't understand is... horsepower and straight line speed aren't everything. I didn't buy this car because it was the fastest car I could afford. I bought it because it had the perfect combination of speed, looks, and agility for a decent price. I could of went out and bought a twin turbo integra type r and still had 20 thousand dollars left over. Yeah it would be quick but who cares. It's garbage.

Yeah, car companys are making cheap horsepower these days but I rather drive a 332 hp 370z than a 400 hp Camaro ANYDAY.

100%

SPOHN · 02-17-2011, 07:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cyberium

what people don't understand is... Horsepower and straight line speed aren't everything. I didn't buy this car because it was the fastest car i could afford. I bought it because it had the perfect combination of speed, looks, and agility for a decent price. I could of went out and bought a twin turbo integra type r and still had 20 thousand dollars left over. Yeah it would be quick but who cares. It's garbage.

Yeah, car companys are making cheap horsepower these days but i rather drive a 332 hp 370z than a 400 hp camaro anyday.

amen!

southercadesi · 02-17-2011, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shamu

Im going to go against popular belief that excessive power is good. I'd rather see Nissan focus on improved chassis, better suspension, lighter car, etc. Would much rather have a 375 HP V6 powered 3000 lb sports car than an overweight V8 truck like a Camaro or a Mustang.

Maybe offer a turbo edition for those fixated on HP.

IMO people who choose the Z, don't choose it for HP. It is the combination of speed, handling, price, beauty, and the savvy nature that the Z has always had. Sure there are lots of faster cars, but we choose the Z for its wholesomeness and not individual specs.

ImportConvert · 02-17-2011, 08:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by southercadesi

IMO people who choose the Z, don't choose it for HP. It is the combination of speed, handling, price, beauty, and the savvy nature that the Z has always had. Sure there are lots of faster cars, but we choose the Z for its wholesomeness and not individual specs.

Based on the "Non-mod owners unite" thread, I call BS on that one. A lot of people feel the Z is lacking in the power department, apparently. Just look at their mod lists. A few contain suspension stuff, but almost all contain power enhancing mods.

Non-Mod Owners Unite!

shadoquad · 02-17-2011, 08:51 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ImportConvert

Based on the "Non-mod owners unite" thread, I call BS on that one. A lot of people feel the Z is lacking in the power department, apparently. Just look at their mod lists. A few contain suspension stuff, but almost all contain power enhancing mods.

Non-Mod Owners Unite!

I've got CAIs, but not because the VQ was lacking in power for me. I got it for a slight power bump, but I also got it for the sound.

In fact, I like CAIs so much, I would probably have gotten them in any performance car. Heck, my DD has them.

ImportConvert · 02-17-2011, 08:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

I've got CAIs, but not because the VQ was lacking in power for me. I got it for a slight power bump, but I also got it for the sound.

In fact, I like CAIs so much, I would probably have gotten them in any performance car. Heck, my DD has them.

I put a K&N panel-filter in my G20. I know what you mean, lol. It did actually make it sound a bit deeper.

DrEvil · 02-19-2011, 07:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

I've got CAIs, but not because the VQ was lacking in power for me. I got it for a slight power bump, but I also got it for the sound.

In fact, I like CAIs so much, I would probably have gotten them in any performance car. Heck, my DD has them.

Not only did I do the cai/cbe on my Z, but i also did them on wifes' XC-70 wagon. A great sound and a little kick in the pants.Did I metion the improved mpg?:

l:

02-17-2011, 06:56 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cyberium Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vermont Posts: 379 Drives: 370z Touring \| Sport Rep Power: 18	What people don't understand is... horsepower and straight line speed aren't everything. I didn't buy this car because it was the fastest car I could afford. I bought it because it had the perfect combination of speed, looks, and agility for a decent price. I could of went out and bought a twin turbo integra type r and still had 20 thousand dollars left over. Yeah it would be quick but who cares. It's garbage. Yeah, car companys are making cheap horsepower these days but I rather drive a 332 hp 370z than a 400 hp Camaro ANYDAY. __________________ Stillen G3 Intakes \| F. I TDX

02-17-2011, 06:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
370Z_Fan Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Toronto, ON Posts: 238 Drives: 2010 MB ZR sport pkg Rep Power: 18	^^^ Epic fail!!!