Considering a 370z!

Mergnthwirker · 07-27-2009, 09:11 AM

If you check out the archives, you'll see a number of posts on why people chose the Z over other cars they considered.

I myself loved the Evo IX for its telepathic steering and great performance on the track. The Audi tech who does our club scrutineering drives one. He does instructor training at our track events. I got several hot laps in his car and I was in love! When I drove the Evo X I found it a lot less intense, but better finished and a lot more useable as an everyday driver. But I love the intensity. The Z gave me back the intensity in a car I love to look at every day. For me, the Evo X would be a lot more practical. But for once I bought what I really wanted, rather than making the practical choice.

YMMV

HJM

Mitsuyager9 · 07-27-2009, 09:20 AM

thank you mergnthwirker for the helpful reply

Mitsuyager9 · 07-27-2009, 09:27 AM

but who all here that has spoken about reliability is a mechanic?

sloterg · 07-27-2009, 09:31 AM

right here.. i did 5 years as a mechanic, more for a private garage that does work on all cars.. and i seen almost every car u can imagine haha.

i did powertrain, engine, and lots n lots of electrical

whoady4shoady · 07-27-2009, 11:21 AM

I am on the verge of either picking up a Z or ordering one, and the deciding factor for me was More NA power, and better looks. You also have yo remember that the EVO is a 4 seater. Will you need the extra seats for anything?

awesomez · 07-27-2009, 01:22 PM

As a former owner of three Mitsubishi cars and three Nissan cars, there is no question who is more reliable at the moment to me. It's Nissan and they aren't even in the same league (again to me). This is not something I cared about though.

The reason I didn't give evo much chance is because of looks. I looked at the two cars and prefered z, and after I looked at the numbers it was a no brainer for me.

MasterD · 07-27-2009, 02:39 PM

Well, I looked at a lot of great cars, that are only 2 door coupes, because I am not interested in 4 door sport cars. I test drove a few, like the Infiniti G37S and BMW 135i. But, I chose the Nissan 370Z because it has a lot more personality to it and it's also very rare. There are a ton of G37S's in Toronto.

Cyberium · 07-27-2009, 04:21 PM

I had my heart set on buying a Evo X for the longest time. Although it's probably one of the uglyest car's around, it still had that cool factor. But when the 370z came out with a better price and more horsepower and the gorgeous looks... I was sold. Plus if your a speed guy... Top Gear just tested the 370z and it beat out the Evo X around the track. So in my opinion (obviously) the 370z is the way to go.

*Edit:

As information, my car before the 370z was a 02' Eclipse GT. So I have first hand experience's with mitsubishi's and I am so glad I made the jump to Nissan

havasuwiley · 07-27-2009, 04:41 PM

i like the performance cost aspect of the evo but i view it as a younger persons car,basic with a great motor,the z for me has great looks and a n/a v6 motor,much better interior especally the touring,my 2 cents

kdoske · 07-27-2009, 04:56 PM

I didn't have a EVO but I just sold my 09 Ralliart for the Z. The quality of the interior is leaps and bounds above the Lancer/Ralliart/EVO, even if you get the basic interior z. The ride is better also. My ralliart took corners like a dream but it sure did make some small bumps feel like large ones.

For me the Z is a good trade off from maneuverability to HP. The z is tons faster then my rallliart and its supposed to be a bit faster then the X. If it were me and I didn't need the back seats the Z would be a no brainier. Ultimately I would go with the one you find more appealing and not worry about what anyone in this forum has to say about the EVO or the Z.

Having said that, GET THE Z!

Mitsuyager9 · 07-28-2009, 04:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kdoske

I didn't have a EVO but I just sold my 09 Ralliart for the Z. The quality of the interior is leaps and bounds above the Lancer/Ralliart/EVO, even if you get the basic interior z. The ride is better also. My ralliart took corners like a dream but it sure did make some small bumps feel like large ones.

For me the Z is a good trade off from maneuverability to HP. The z is tons faster then my rallliart and its supposed to be a bit faster then the X. If it were me and I didn't need the back seats the Z would be a no brainier. Ultimately I would go with the one you find more appealing and not worry about what anyone in this forum has to say about the EVO or the Z.

Having said that, GET THE Z!

haha i drove a RA...those are pathetic

Mitsuyager9 · 07-28-2009, 04:00 AM

thanks everyone for the input..im guessing the z community isnt much for mods or upgrades?my thing about the your NA hp rating is that a tune on a 4Cyl. evo will be above 330 z hp(75 hp at crank or 50 at wheels)and basic bolt-on get you close to 400hp...anyone running forced induction on their 370? i didn notice that the turbo kits cost almost 10grand whoa!! thats alot...any vortec prochargers out there?

Mitsuyager9 · 07-28-2009, 04:14 AM

and where is everyone getting their false assumptions that nissan is more reliable than mitsubishi?....i too have been a mechanic for over 5 years now and they are the SAME if anything, and the only reason i have seen either for any great amount of work is when people let the timing belt break after 150k miles, if anything nissan has more electrical related problems.

g96818 · 07-28-2009, 04:31 AM

sorry dude, but ur mitsu still looses, twin turbo the 370z will put it well over the 500 range and depending on the setup maybe 700? was someone also saying 1000 is possible

we each have our opinions and since u're biased towards mitsu, well maybe u should stick with it, not saying u shouldn't buy a z, but u don't seem welling to take in other people's opinions

NIZMOZ · 07-29-2009, 10:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by g96818

sorry dude, but ur mitsu still looses, twin turbo the 370z will put it well over the 500 range and depending on the setup maybe 700? was someone also saying 1000 is possible

we each have our opinions and since u're biased towards mitsu, well maybe u should stick with it, not saying u shouldn't buy a z, but u don't seem welling to take in other people's opinions

The VQ won't handle over 500 safe for long man. For short spurts it can but not for long periods. It won't get close to 600 or higher without a rebuild.

07-27-2009, 04:21 PM	#8 (permalink)
Cyberium Enthusiast Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Vermont Posts: 379 Drives: 370z Touring \| Sport Rep Power: 18	I had my heart set on buying a Evo X for the longest time. Although it's probably one of the uglyest car's around, it still had that cool factor. But when the 370z came out with a better price and more horsepower and the gorgeous looks... I was sold. Plus if your a speed guy... Top Gear just tested the 370z and it beat out the Evo X around the track. So in my opinion (obviously) the 370z is the way to go. Edit: As information, my car before the 370z was a 02' Eclipse GT. So I have first hand experience's with mitsubishi's and I am so glad I made the jump to Nissan Last edited by Cyberium; 07-27-2009 at 04:27 PM.*

07-28-2009, 04:00 AM	#12 (permalink)
Mitsuyager9 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Battle Creek Posts: 24 Drives: 91 mitsu eclipse m5 Rep Power: 17	thanks everyone for the input..im guessing the z community isnt much for mods or upgrades?my thing about the your NA hp rating is that a tune on a 4Cyl. evo will be above 330 z hp(75 hp at crank or 50 at wheels)and basic bolt-on get you close to 400hp...anyone running forced induction on their 370? i didn notice that the turbo kits cost almost 10grand whoa!! thats alot...any vortec prochargers out there? Last edited by Mitsuyager9; 07-28-2009 at 04:04 AM.

07-28-2009, 04:31 AM	#14 (permalink)
g96818 Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: A rock in a big pond Posts: 681 Drives: 2009 370Z, 2012 M56 Rep Power: 3396	sorry dude, but ur mitsu still looses, twin turbo the 370z will put it well over the 500 range and depending on the setup maybe 700? was someone also saying 1000 is possible we each have our opinions and since u're biased towards mitsu, well maybe u should stick with it, not saying u shouldn't buy a z, but u don't seem welling to take in other people's opinions __________________ CZP are lying thieves!

07-27-2009, 09:11 AM	#1 (permalink)
Mergnthwirker Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Connecticut USA Posts: 243 Drives: '09 370Z PW MT6 S Rep Power: 17	If you check out the archives, you'll see a number of posts on why people chose the Z over other cars they considered. I myself loved the Evo IX for its telepathic steering and great performance on the track. The Audi tech who does our club scrutineering drives one. He does instructor training at our track events. I got several hot laps in his car and I was in love! When I drove the Evo X I found it a lot less intense, but better finished and a lot more useable as an everyday driver. But I love the intensity. The Z gave me back the intensity in a car I love to look at every day. For me, the Evo X would be a lot more practical. But for once I bought what I really wanted, rather than making the practical choice. YMMV HJM

07-27-2009, 09:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
Mitsuyager9 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Battle Creek Posts: 24 Drives: 91 mitsu eclipse m5 Rep Power: 17	thank you mergnthwirker for the helpful reply

07-27-2009, 09:27 AM	#3 (permalink)
Mitsuyager9 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Battle Creek Posts: 24 Drives: 91 mitsu eclipse m5 Rep Power: 17	but who all here that has spoken about reliability is a mechanic?

07-27-2009, 11:21 AM	#5 (permalink)
whoady4shoady A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New Orleans Posts: 1,088 Drives: 09 Silver Nismo Rep Power: 19	I am on the verge of either picking up a Z or ordering one, and the deciding factor for me was More NA power, and better looks. You also have yo remember that the EVO is a 4 seater. Will you need the extra seats for anything?

07-27-2009, 01:22 PM	#6 (permalink)
awesomez Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: VA Posts: 199 Drives: 09 370Z Touring 7AT Rep Power: 18	As a former owner of three Mitsubishi cars and three Nissan cars, there is no question who is more reliable at the moment to me. It's Nissan and they aren't even in the same league (again to me). This is not something I cared about though. The reason I didn't give evo much chance is because of looks. I looked at the two cars and prefered z, and after I looked at the numbers it was a no brainer for me.

07-27-2009, 02:39 PM	#7 (permalink)
MasterD Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Toronto, Ontario Posts: 50 Drives: 2009 Nissan 370Z M6 Rep Power: 17	Well, I looked at a lot of great cars, that are only 2 door coupes, because I am not interested in 4 door sport cars. I test drove a few, like the Infiniti G37S and BMW 135i. But, I chose the Nissan 370Z because it has a lot more personality to it and it's also very rare. There are a ton of G37S's in Toronto.

07-27-2009, 04:41 PM	#9 (permalink)
havasuwiley Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: lake havasu city az Posts: 131 Drives: 09 370z, 03 z06 etc Rep Power: 17	i like the performance cost aspect of the evo but i view it as a younger persons car,basic with a great motor,the z for me has great looks and a n/a v6 motor,much better interior especally the touring,my 2 cents

07-27-2009, 04:56 PM	#10 (permalink)
kdoske Track Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Louisiana Posts: 541 Drives: 800whp Unicorn FI Z Rep Power: 18	I didn't have a EVO but I just sold my 09 Ralliart for the Z. The quality of the interior is leaps and bounds above the Lancer/Ralliart/EVO, even if you get the basic interior z. The ride is better also. My ralliart took corners like a dream but it sure did make some small bumps feel like large ones. For me the Z is a good trade off from maneuverability to HP. The z is tons faster then my rallliart and its supposed to be a bit faster then the X. If it were me and I didn't need the back seats the Z would be a no brainier. Ultimately I would go with the one you find more appealing and not worry about what anyone in this forum has to say about the EVO or the Z. Having said that, GET THE Z!

07-28-2009, 04:14 AM	#13 (permalink)
Mitsuyager9 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: Battle Creek Posts: 24 Drives: 91 mitsu eclipse m5 Rep Power: 17	and where is everyone getting their false assumptions that nissan is more reliable than mitsubishi?....i too have been a mechanic for over 5 years now and they are the SAME if anything, and the only reason i have seen either for any great amount of work is when people let the timing belt break after 150k miles, if anything nissan has more electrical related problems.