Mistubishi EVO vs 370Z

Mike@Blackline · 07-30-2009, 08:39 PM

doesnt the stillen underdrive not have a harmonic dampener?

"But for a street-driven car, one that you might want to last a couple of hundred thousand miles, we do not recommend using a pulley without a harmonic dampener"

Tip 11: Crank Pulleys

dlmartin81 · 07-30-2009, 10:32 PM

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Originally Posted by bboypuertoroc

WTF are you talking about?

wat

You must be smoking some VERY good **** to think a Z has better bang/buck than an Evo.

Ok dude....chill out....take a breather. You're taking this way to seriously. Let's act like grown men here.

I was simply expressing my opinion and reason for picking the Z over the EVO X. I wasn't knocking on EVOs. EVOs/STIs both are great cars as well -- AWD, 4-banger turbo, brembos, etc. The Evo has the S-AYC, and Recaros which is great. They handle really well in all conditions.

The sport 370 on the other hand also comes with huge a$$ brakes as well, stellar lookin 19" forged Rays, here's the biggie....the world's first rev-matching tranny...pure genius. the fact that you never have to take the keys out of your pocket to unlock the doors and start the ignition is awesome. It also has a nice subtle rear spoiler. It's a 'true' sports car -- 2 seater, RWD. It too handles really well.

The Z however has a much nicer upscale interior than the EVO. Again, that's my opinion. And the car over all has a much sexier look appeal to it than the EVO. Once again, my opinion. Also, the EVO X doesn't have a 6MT, which sucks when cruising at high speeds. EVOs don't come standard with HIDs, which is a minus for me....come on, if I'm going to spend around 30K, at least you could give me a decent set of headlights. The only way to get them is by purchasing/installing the SSS package (Sight, Spoiler, Sound). Plus, this is the 21st century....every car over 25K should have HIDs.

The words "better band for the buck" is straight up personal opinion. So get over it.

ct63084 · 07-30-2009, 11:33 PM

For my case the best bang/buck is the evo x, I got my fully loaded GSR for 31k 0 percent for 60 plus the four doors is really comes handy at times. If i didn't get that deal i would have bought the 370z.

I totally agree on the evo not having 6 speed, the engine is pretty loud during HWY cruise. But i would rather have the stronger 5 speed because mitsu did put a 6 speed on the ix MR but it was weak and people who put power on their evo were breaking them.

What i hate about the evo though is the interior sucks compare to the 370z, alot of clunking sounds especially wen it's cold i think it's because of the awd, notchy transmission specially 2nd and 3rd, lol its a dude magnet I haven't got a compliment from any females yet I usually get compliment from car guys. Seems like every muscle car, civics and srt4 have it for me revving at me all the time. EVO is also notorious for having a weak clutch, well a stage 2 exedy should take care of that problem also my evo x has a rough idle right now because of the shitty factory tune, i need to visit GST for my tune.

Lol seems like i hate my evo, but everytime i get out of the car there's always a smile in my face

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grahfz · 07-31-2009, 12:28 AM

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Originally Posted by dlmartin81

Ok dude....chill out....take a breather. You're taking this way to seriously. Let's act like grown men here.

I was simply expressing my opinion and reason for picking the Z over the EVO X. I wasn't knocking on EVOs. EVOs/STIs both are great cars as well -- AWD, 4-banger turbo, brembos, etc. The Evo has the S-AYC, and Recaros which is great. They handle really well in all conditions.

The sport 370 on the other hand also comes with huge a$$ brakes as well, stellar lookin 19" forged Rays, here's the biggie....the world's first rev-matching tranny...pure genius. the fact that you never have to take the keys out of your pocket to unlock the doors and start the ignition is awesome. It also has a nice subtle rear spoiler. It's a 'true' sports car -- 2 seater, RWD. It too handles really well.

The Z however has a much nicer upscale interior than the EVO. Again, that's my opinion. And the car over all has a much sexier look appeal to it than the EVO. Once again, my opinion. Also, the EVO X doesn't have a 6MT, which sucks when cruising at high speeds. EVOs don't come standard with HIDs, which is a minus for me....come on, if I'm going to spend around 30K, at least you could give me a decent set of headlights. The only way to get them is by purchasing/installing the SSS package (Sight, Spoiler, Sound). Plus, this is the 21st century....every car over 25K should have HIDs.

The words "better band for the buck" is straight up personal opinion. So get over it.

Agreed, I won't even think about a car without hid's...

I don't keep my keys in my pocket anymore since the pushbutton.. found that a d-clip on a belt loop works better... I was always hunting for my keys whenever I stopped the car to make sure that I didn't leave them inside. It did open up room to pocket carry my revolver though.

I won't touch a mitsubishi. I've seen TOOOOOOOooooo many people have issues with them. Hell, show me a 3000gt that is still on it's first engine and transmission, and I'll show you a car that sits in a showroom all day.

armensti · 07-31-2009, 01:29 AM

its much easier to increase the horsepower on a car that comes turbo charged out of the factory compared to a car that is not. thats where the evo gets its advantage but if someone put in a tt kit on the 370 the evo would be history.

tt kit+370z = bye bye evo

Ryan@Forged · 07-31-2009, 07:59 AM

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Originally Posted by shabarivas

Just because the Evos computers make each turn you take feel seamless... it DOES not mean that its better than the Z. If you had the same amount of power in both cars... and similar suspension mods done... I have a feeling a Z will be getting better numbers in almost any track. AWD is nice.. but im over it... I want something that makes me feel like I am the one doing the driving not the car itself...

Have you ever driven an Evo? The car does not drive itself. If you had the same amount of power?.... This isn't a "what if" analysis, it's factual. You have to compare the 2 cars as they are. Have you driven your Z on a track? If you have been on the track with either of these cars you would find out real fast the difference between them. The Z's are not outrunning the Evos. In fact the Evos are the fastest cars in time attack right now, period. I am around these cars all day long. I like the Z on many more levels. MUCH nicer car in my opinion. However, better handling than an Evo? Not the case in any way.

MightyBobo · 07-31-2009, 08:59 AM

Bench racing is fun. If a 370Z had 1001HP, I bet it'd DESTROY the Veyron!

Ryan@Forged · 07-31-2009, 09:21 AM

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Originally Posted by MightyBobo

Bench racing is fun. If a 370Z had 1001HP, I bet it'd DESTROY the Veyron!

6MT · 07-31-2009, 09:57 AM

This thread is starting to sound just like an oil thread.

dlmartin81 · 07-31-2009, 10:08 AM

^^ haha...really. This is supposed to be some guy's journal...hehe. Instead, it turned out to be a topic of serious debate.

MightyBobo · 07-31-2009, 10:16 AM

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Originally Posted by dlmartin81

^^ haha...really. This is supposed to be some guy's journal...hehe. Instead, it turned out to be a topic of serious debate.

Its ok, he's participating.

Ryan@Forged · 07-31-2009, 10:41 AM

You kinda have it coming when you make a name like that.

2theextreme · 07-31-2009, 10:47 AM

I think I'm changing my screen name to "The Winnebago Killer"

Bring it on!

I keed...I keed....

MightyBobo · 07-31-2009, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 2theextreme

I think I'm changing my screen name to "The Winnebago Killer"

Bring it on!

I keed...I keed....

I bet if that thing had the same power to weight ratio the 370 has, it'd be a drivers race.

Scott@FontanaNissan · 07-31-2009, 01:55 PM

If you added the right mods and had it tuned by "X", it would smoke the 370z because it has bigger displacement. And the wifey could make sammiches in the back while you're doing it!

07-30-2009, 08:39 PM	#91 (permalink)
Mike@Blackline Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: USA Posts: 390 Drives: Z Rep Power: 295	doesnt the stillen underdrive not have a harmonic dampener? "But for a street-driven car, one that you might want to last a couple of hundred thousand miles, we do not recommend using a pulley without a harmonic dampener" Tip 11: Crank Pulleys __________________ Current Alliance BBK Sale, FREE PC Option, 370Z DiscountCLICK HERE for info!

07-30-2009, 11:33 PM	#93 (permalink)
ct63084 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: FAIRFIELD CA Posts: 219 Drives: 2004 MAZDA3 Rep Power: 16	For my case the best bang/buck is the evo x, I got my fully loaded GSR for 31k 0 percent for 60 plus the four doors is really comes handy at times. If i didn't get that deal i would have bought the 370z. I totally agree on the evo not having 6 speed, the engine is pretty loud during HWY cruise. But i would rather have the stronger 5 speed because mitsu did put a 6 speed on the ix MR but it was weak and people who put power on their evo were breaking them. What i hate about the evo though is the interior sucks compare to the 370z, alot of clunking sounds especially wen it's cold i think it's because of the awd, notchy transmission specially 2nd and 3rd, lol its a dude magnet I haven't got a compliment from any females yet I usually get compliment from car guys. Seems like every muscle car, civics and srt4 have it for me revving at me all the time. EVO is also notorious for having a weak clutch, well a stage 2 exedy should take care of that problem also my evo x has a rough idle right now because of the shitty factory tune, i need to visit GST for my tune. Lol seems like i hate my evo, but everytime i get out of the car there's always a smile in my face.

07-31-2009, 08:59 AM	#97 (permalink)
MightyBobo A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Las Vegas, NV Posts: 8,465 Drives: No cars; only bikes Rep Power: 52	Bench racing is fun. If a 370Z had 1001HP, I bet it'd DESTROY the Veyron! __________________ I don't own a car anymore.

07-31-2009, 09:57 AM	#99 (permalink)
6MT A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: ITU Zone 2 Posts: 22,459 Drives: Reliant Robin Rep Power: 1790	This thread is starting to sound just like an oil thread. __________________ Andrew 2009 370Z Sport/Touring 6MT sold 2013 Honda Civic Si coupe D/D

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2theextreme RIP Tony :( (1969-2015) Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern Virginia Posts: 18,802 Drives: '14 Mustang GT/CS Rep Power: 67	I think I'm changing my screen name to "The Winnebago Killer" Bring it on! I keed...I keed.... __________________ SpinTech Mufflers, Airaid CAI, JBA H-Pipe, Lethal Performance Over Axle Pipes, MMD Quarter Panel Louvers, Cervini's Ram Air Type IV Hood, Carbon Fiber Radiator Cover, GT500 Rear Valance, Quad Exhaust Tips

07-31-2009, 01:29 AM	#95 (permalink)
armensti Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CA Posts: 447 Drives: 370Z/Tring/Spt/6MT Rep Power: 16	its much easier to increase the horsepower on a car that comes turbo charged out of the factory compared to a car that is not. thats where the evo gets its advantage but if someone put in a tt kit on the 370 the evo would be history. tt kit+370z = bye bye evo

07-31-2009, 10:08 AM	#100 (permalink)
dlmartin81 Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Chalfont, PA Age: 43 Posts: 923 Drives: 09 370Z Rep Power: 607	^^ haha...really. This is supposed to be some guy's journal...hehe. Instead, it turned out to be a topic of serious debate.

07-31-2009, 10:41 AM	#102 (permalink)
Ryan@Forged The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Marietta/Kennesaw, GA Posts: 1,527 Drives: Evo 8/Evo 9 MR/GTR Rep Power: 0	You kinda have it coming when you make a name like that.

07-31-2009, 01:55 PM	#105 (permalink)
Scott@FontanaNissan Supporting Nissan Dealer Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Fontucky, CA Posts: 857 Drives: 91 Sentra GTi-R Rep Power: 26	If you added the right mods and had it tuned by "X", it would smoke the 370z because it has bigger displacement. And the wifey could make sammiches in the back while you're doing it! __________________ Scott VanderHeide - Motorsports Director - Fontana Nissan/NissanRaceShop www.nissanraceshop.com www.youtube.com/scottvanderheide