5.0 or 370z?

AlanManouk · 02-09-2012, 06:20 PM

hi i know we all here are Z enthusiasts. I love them and will choose them almost over any car in its price range. I wasnt a big fan of american muscle until about a year or so ago. I'm fascinated with what you get for 30-35k in 5.0 gt mustang. 414hp and of course more room. Then again it is a ford/american car and lacks a lot of reliability. I'm planning on buying a car soon and wondering what you guys would recommend thanks!

Red__Zed · 02-09-2012, 06:25 PM

I think you will find that comparing these cars is not encouraged on this forum, unfortunately.

Some info available here: 5.0
and here:
http://www.caranddriver.com/features...ni-jcw-feature

I don't believe reliability should really be a concern. Ford has done a great job in theist couple years in terms of reliability.

r1eater · 02-09-2012, 07:09 PM

Super nice car especially the 2013 they are releasing early next month. It has the cobra front end. I looked at the 5.0 too they are no slouch but for me the fit and finish of the 370 wins hands down. Also toe the 370 is just sexier.

TerribleONE · 02-09-2012, 07:11 PM

370Z IMO... But I may be biased

m4a1mustang · 02-09-2012, 07:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I think you will find that comparing these cars is not encouraged on this forum, unfortunately.

Some info available here: 5.0

I don't believe reliability should really be a concern. Ford has done a great job in theist couple years in terms of reliability.

expect your thread to get locked.

gomer_110 · 02-09-2012, 07:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Red__Zed

I don't believe reliability should really be a concern. Ford has done a great job in theist couple years in terms of reliability.

Used to have the same opinion as the OP but after driving a number of Ford rental cars over the last few years I've got to say they got sh1t together.

The Z is still a much sexier car than the mustang though (and not as common).

shadoquad · 02-09-2012, 07:41 PM

Z is slightly more svelt, looks prettier, and handles marginally better.

The Fiord is much faster in a straight line and can hang in the corners. Plus it has a back seat.

It's all preference. I say test drive both!

And it's not frowned on to compare the cars. It does tend to get out of hand, though.

Spikuh · 02-09-2012, 07:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

Z is slightly more svelt, looks prettier, and handles marginally better.

The Fiord is much faster in a straight line and can hang in the corners. Plus it has a back seat.

It's all preference. I say test drive both!

And it's not frowned on to compare the cars. It does tend to get out of hand, though.

This is pretty much my opinion as well. I have a Z, my brother has the previous model GT (the 4.3) and both are solid vehicles. The new 5.0 is an improvement of the old model so it will come down to preference.

Best thing you can do is test drive both a few times, think about your life needs and pick your flavor. You will be satisfied no matter which way you go so long as you do your homework.

Red__Zed · 02-09-2012, 07:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

And it's not frowned on to compare the cars. It does tend to get out of hand, though.

Didn't realize you had been reading my PM inbox. The 5.0 is getting the same treatment the Genesis got circa 09, all threads locked regardless of how they go

frost · 02-09-2012, 08:37 PM

Lots of info on this already.

37Z vs Mustang 5.0

5.0

Our Z vs New Mustang 5.0

Trading 370 for 5.0?

Just for starters.

One_Quick_Z · 02-09-2012, 08:42 PM

IBL

YAY!

Get a 5.0..... 370Z's are way overrated

DAN

awkwardturtle · 02-09-2012, 08:43 PM

In my eyes, the only reason to get the 370z is for a subjectively better looking car. If the Z wasn't such a fantastic looking car, I wouldn't even consider it against the mustang. I'm not sure how the two compare in handling, but I know the Mustang handles much better than most people suspect. Power obviously goes to the 'stang. Another thing to consider is that Mustangs are literally everywhere, 370zs aren't really all that common. To some, that's important.

Gunzero · 02-09-2012, 08:48 PM

5.0 hands down.

omgZ · 02-09-2012, 08:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by awkwardturtle

In my eyes, the only reason to get the 370z is for a subjectively better looking car. If the Z wasn't such a fantastic looking car, I wouldn't even consider it against the mustang. I'm not sure how the two compare in handling, but I know the Mustang handles much better than most people suspect. Power obviously goes to the 'stang. Another thing to consider is that Mustangs are literally everywhere, 370zs aren't really all that common. To some, that's important.

I agree 100%.

AlanManouk · 02-09-2012, 11:21 PM

I completely agree on the fact that you rarely see Zs compared to mustangs as they're all around. I've test driven the Z and loved it, I still have to give the 5.0 a drive. Two seats aren't the biggest factor as its the mustangs interior as far as seats and leather go seems to be a little more impressive for me. Idk its a very hard choice. Thanks for any of the help

02-09-2012, 06:20 PM	#1 (permalink)
AlanManouk Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 120 Drives: Pearl White 370z 6mt Rep Power: 13	5.0 or 370z? hi i know we all here are Z enthusiasts. I love them and will choose them almost over any car in its price range. I wasnt a big fan of american muscle until about a year or so ago. I'm fascinated with what you get for 30-35k in 5.0 gt mustang. 414hp and of course more room. Then again it is a ford/american car and lacks a lot of reliability. I'm planning on buying a car soon and wondering what you guys would recommend thanks!

02-09-2012, 06:25 PM	#2 (permalink)
Red__Zed A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: window seat Posts: 28,940 Drives: Mostly on two wheels Rep Power: 119	I think you will find that comparing these cars is not encouraged on this forum, unfortunately. Some info available here: 5.0 and here: http://www.caranddriver.com/features...ni-jcw-feature I don't believe reliability should really be a concern. Ford has done a great job in theist couple years in terms of reliability. Last edited by Red__Zed; 02-09-2012 at 08:47 PM.

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TerribleONE A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Socal Posts: 10,203 Drives: WOT Rep Power: 5850	370Z IMO... But I may be biased __________________ 638WHP 541WTQ @ 13.5PSI Build thread

02-09-2012, 08:42 PM	#11 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	IBL YAY! Get a 5.0..... 370Z's are way overrated DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

02-09-2012, 08:48 PM	#13 (permalink)
Gunzero Track Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 889 Drives: Nissan 370z Rep Power: 258	5.0 hands down. __________________

02-09-2012, 07:09 PM	#3 (permalink)
r1eater Base Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: Saint Town Texas Posts: 72 Drives: 40th 370z Rep Power: 13	Super nice car especially the 2013 they are releasing early next month. It has the cobra front end. I looked at the 5.0 too they are no slouch but for me the fit and finish of the 370 wins hands down. Also toe the 370 is just sexier.

02-09-2012, 07:41 PM	#7 (permalink)
shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3886	Z is slightly more svelt, looks prettier, and handles marginally better. The Fiord is much faster in a straight line and can hang in the corners. Plus it has a back seat. It's all preference. I say test drive both! And it's not frowned on to compare the cars. It does tend to get out of hand, though.

02-09-2012, 08:43 PM	#12 (permalink)
awkwardturtle Base Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: minnesota Posts: 98 Drives: 07 Civic SI Rep Power: 13	In my eyes, the only reason to get the 370z is for a subjectively better looking car. If the Z wasn't such a fantastic looking car, I wouldn't even consider it against the mustang. I'm not sure how the two compare in handling, but I know the Mustang handles much better than most people suspect. Power obviously goes to the 'stang. Another thing to consider is that Mustangs are literally everywhere, 370zs aren't really all that common. To some, that's important.

02-09-2012, 11:21 PM	#15 (permalink)
AlanManouk Base Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 120 Drives: Pearl White 370z 6mt Rep Power: 13	I completely agree on the fact that you rarely see Zs compared to mustangs as they're all around. I've test driven the Z and loved it, I still have to give the 5.0 a drive. Two seats aren't the biggest factor as its the mustangs interior as far as seats and leather go seems to be a little more impressive for me. Idk its a very hard choice. Thanks for any of the help