VERY CONFLICTED: 07'-08' 335i coupe vs New 370z

shabarivas · 10-05-2009, 01:36 PM

LOL... Hmm I wonder how many folks felt insecure enough in their purchase to not only take the time of day to make an account here but also bash the forum lol... my count so far is at 5...

Seriously tho - they are both sick cars... need a back seat? like a stock turbo? get the bimmer... dont care for the "luxuries" and want a nimble car for the curves on the road - get the Z...

If you care about straight line speed - and you are going to spend < 8k on your car overall -- get the bimmer ... if you are going to spend more get the Z as once they are both FI'd its all about who spends more money and time on their car..

If you are going to keep them stock - its a wash - drive em and pick em...

/Thread

FricFrac · 10-05-2009, 02:30 PM

LOL - too funny. Someone obviously posted a link from some Beemer thread to this one

I think its funny when a troll posts he drive's a 370Z and drives something else...

Anyhow what I would suggest is keep the Accord and finish school. Buy a house. Once you are financially secure then get your toys. Most of the people I knew who went out and bought their toys when they could barely afford them are still renting and I doubt they'll ever own their own place.

That being said... if I was looking for a 4 seater I'd get an '07-08 G35 but I wasn't so I got the 370Z. But really who cares what I got - go test drive both cars! You'll figure it out pretty quick. I think the best test drive ever would be to take the car to a track/autocross and drive the nuts off both of them. That's the only thing that shows you how the car really performs.

Emac · 10-06-2009, 01:34 AM

Was just in a similiar boat, but was comparing the 370z to the 135i. I was completely torn, 50/50. I had a 300zx and then a 350z for a short time and loved both cars. I really was certain I was going to get a 370z but after driving both cars back to back, a couple times, I fell on the side of BMW.

I really wish I could have both cars. What tipped it for me was the torque and "feel" of the BMW, it drives really nicely, great 6MT. The Z has awesome handling, great acceleration and it really feels like a sports car. The tradeoff for me was that it was also a bit claustrophobic (terrible blind spots, but good side mirrors).

You can't go wrong either way, both are going to be a blast to drive. Getting a used car, which is what I did, makes smart financial sense, but having a new car is a nice feeling, especially if it's a sports car, you know nobody has been thrashing it before you got it.

Just pick whatever car you feel more comfortable in and enjoy the most, don't worry about appearances.

akburst510 · 10-06-2009, 01:41 AM

That n54 engine is a beautiful engine. I would prefer it to the VQ37VHR in the 370z...except for that HPFP. It feels smoother and that torque is great for mpg and spirited driving. The VQ37VHR has almost a liter more though and after the warranty expires...I will get to pick what kind of FI to put on it

. 480whp on that 370z. I think I just fainted.

3SeventyZ · 10-06-2009, 09:35 AM

2007/08 335i 3L Turbo Inline6 making 300HP for $40,000
or
2009/10 370Z 3.7L V6 making 332HP for $30,000

Turbo Z's will make 335i's look like yuppie playskool toys.

But to each his own.

05G356MT · 10-06-2009, 10:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 3SeventyZ

2007/08 335i 3L Turbo Inline6 making 300HP for $40,000
or
2009/10 370Z 3.6L V6 making 332HP for $30,000

Turbo Z's will make 335i's look like yuppie playskool toys.

But to each his own.

^ Stupidest comment of the day.

Who compares a STOCK 335i to a TT Z? Oh it's a 3.7 btw.

Trips · 10-06-2009, 10:25 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05G356MT

^ Stupidest comment of the day.

Who compares a STOCK 335i to a TT Z? Oh it's a 3.7 btw.

3SeventyZ · 10-06-2009, 10:37 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by 05G356MT

^ Stupidest comment of the day.

Who compares a STOCK 335i to a TT Z? Oh it's a 3.7 btw.

Considering the 335i is turbocharged and costs around $10K more(About the cost of FIing a Z) I think I'd rather just buy the Z stock and turbo it myself and be happier with the result. Make both cars turbo and there's no competition.

I'm sorry for the typo professor. I'll work on my typing in the future.

elmz · 11-13-2009, 01:46 PM

Yeeeaaah!!! Lets keep this flame war going

!!!!

Just kidding. Obviously, everyone here agrees both are great cars. With their own little issues but not deal breakers. I don't own a 135 or 335 so I can't say anything about them from experience. It's not hard to find on the Internet or in magazines that both cars put down similar numbers in just about every category, so you're not losing any performance by choosing one over the other. Practicality is what you really need to decide on. And styling, because lets face it, they look completely different. And those are the questions only you can answer. No matter what you choose in the end, you will have a sweet ride.

Trips · 10-06-2009, 01:59 AM

why are we talking about a 11 sec bmw what's the point do you know apple is an apple and a orange is orange compare equal cars stock for stock. and get over it.

akburst510 · 10-06-2009, 03:37 AM

Wow at the digression. Mostly the BMW guys fault for invading this thread, but partially your guys' fault for feeding them.

The discussion at e90post stayed on point and they seemed to be very honest about their opinions. They were almost even in their choices for what car would better suit me. (I am leaning toward the Nissan at the moment because of THEIR advice). Apparently, they respect the 370z for what it is like many of you guys respect the 335i for what it is.

Considering a new 370z base with sport package. Do not really care what color as they seem to look good in all of them

. Probably will test drive the 370z manual this time and try to get a test drive in a 335i.

RatedZ · 10-06-2009, 05:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akburst510

Wow at the digression. Mostly the BMW guys fault for invading this thread, but partially your guys' fault for feeding them.

The discussion at e90post stayed on point and they seemed to be very honest about their opinions. They were almost even in their choices for what car would better suit me. (I am leaning toward the Nissan at the moment because of THEIR advice). Apparently, they respect the 370z for what it is like many of you guys respect the 335i for what it is.

Considering a new 370z base with sport package. Do not really care what color as they seem to look good in all of them

. Probably will test drive the 370z manual this time and try to get a test drive in a 335i.

Not sure if you've driven any 370Z yet, but the experience is...purely sexual.

Ok, seriously, the 370Z is an amazing machine. Since driving one, I am an official 370Z nutswinger.

ianthegreat · 10-06-2009, 08:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by akburst510

Wow at the digression. Mostly the BMW guys fault for invading this thread, but partially your guys' fault for feeding them.

The discussion at e90post stayed on point and they seemed to be very honest about their opinions. They were almost even in their choices for what car would better suit me. (I am leaning toward the Nissan at the moment because of THEIR advice). Apparently, they respect the 370z for what it is like many of you guys respect the 335i for what it is.

Considering a new 370z base with sport package. Do not really care what color as they seem to look good in all of them

. Probably will test drive the 370z manual this time and try to get a test drive in a 335i.

Definitely drive both and go with your gut feeling. I had to go to 2 different BMW dealerships before they would let me test drive one without the salesman in the car. Even though I've graduated, I guess they still didn't think I was serious about purchasing. The dealership I ended up with treated me like royalty. During my service intervals (15k, 30k) they were accomodating towards my work schedule by picking me up, dropping me off, allowing a loaner on short notice if circumstances warranted, etc.. etc.. I've never considered service in a buying decision, but from here on out it will play a large role.

Enjoy and good luck!

nicknick · 10-08-2009, 04:14 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ianthegreat

Definitely drive both and go with your gut feeling. I had to go to 2 different BMW dealerships before they would let me test drive one without the salesman in the car. Even though I've graduated, I guess they still didn't think I was serious about purchasing. The dealership I ended up with treated me like royalty. During my service intervals (15k, 30k) they were accomodating towards my work schedule by picking me up, dropping me off, allowing a loaner on short notice if circumstances warranted, etc.. etc.. I've never considered service in a buying decision, but from here on out it will play a large role.

Enjoy and good luck!

So, going by your comments, you would choose an inferior car purely because the service treatment is better.

05G356MT · 10-06-2009, 07:39 AM

If you're looking for a "drivers" car go with the 370z after all it is a true sports car. If you're looking for a nice daily driver that can handle it's own and feels like the closest thing to a sports car take the 335i.

Personally, I would take a 335i in a heartbeat over a 370z. I'd rather have a nice DD with more creature comforts than a potent sports car like the 370z (which is why I got the G instead of the Z). Being in college you also can't ignore the fact that maintenance is free for the first 4yrs/50,000 in the BMW which is a great plus.

10-05-2009, 02:30 PM	#2 (permalink)
FricFrac A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Victoria, BC Posts: 1,481 Drives: 370Z 300ZX 280ZX 240 Rep Power: 230	LOL - too funny. Someone obviously posted a link from some Beemer thread to this one I think its funny when a troll posts he drive's a 370Z and drives something else... Anyhow what I would suggest is keep the Accord and finish school. Buy a house. Once you are financially secure then get your toys. Most of the people I knew who went out and bought their toys when they could barely afford them are still renting and I doubt they'll ever own their own place. That being said... if I was looking for a 4 seater I'd get an '07-08 G35 but I wasn't so I got the 370Z. But really who cares what I got - go test drive both cars! You'll figure it out pretty quick. I think the best test drive ever would be to take the car to a track/autocross and drive the nuts off both of them. That's the only thing that shows you how the car really performs. __________________ '09 370Z - '93 300ZX Vert - '83 280ZX - '83 280ZXT -'81 280ZXT stroker - '72 240Z - Stillen CBE, HFC, G3, Grounding Kit, Sways // Swift Spring // H&R 15mm // 5% Tint // Clear Bra //

10-06-2009, 01:41 AM	#4 (permalink)
akburst510 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Aliso Viejo Posts: 15 Drives: 92 Honda Accord Rep Power: 17	That n54 engine is a beautiful engine. I would prefer it to the VQ37VHR in the 370z...except for that HPFP. It feels smoother and that torque is great for mpg and spirited driving. The VQ37VHR has almost a liter more though and after the warranty expires...I will get to pick what kind of FI to put on it . 480whp on that 370z. I think I just fainted. Last edited by akburst510; 10-06-2009 at 01:43 AM.

10-06-2009, 09:35 AM	#5 (permalink)
3SeventyZ Track Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: MD/DE Posts: 626 Drives: 350Z, 370Z, SRT8 Rep Power: 477	2007/08 335i 3L Turbo Inline6 making 300HP for $40,000 or 2009/10 370Z 3.7L V6 making 332HP for $30,000 Turbo Z's will make 335i's look like yuppie playskool toys. But to each his own. __________________ 2009 Magnetic Black 370Z Sport 6MT Last edited by 3SeventyZ; 10-06-2009 at 10:37 AM.

11-13-2009, 01:46 PM	#9 (permalink)
elmz Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: San Diego, CA Posts: 674 Drives: 2014 Porsche Boxster Rep Power: 19	Yeeeaaah!!! Lets keep this flame war going!!!! Just kidding. Obviously, everyone here agrees both are great cars. With their own little issues but not deal breakers. I don't own a 135 or 335 so I can't say anything about them from experience. It's not hard to find on the Internet or in magazines that both cars put down similar numbers in just about every category, so you're not losing any performance by choosing one over the other. Practicality is what you really need to decide on. And styling, because lets face it, they look completely different. And those are the questions only you can answer. No matter what you choose in the end, you will have a sweet ride.

10-06-2009, 01:59 AM	#10 (permalink)
Trips Administrator Join Date: May 2009 Location: Disneyland Posts: 8,736 Drives: 🔰 Rep Power: 10	why are we talking about a 11 sec bmw what's the point do you know apple is an apple and a orange is orange compare equal cars stock for stock. and get over it. __________________

10-05-2009, 01:36 PM	#1 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 916	LOL... Hmm I wonder how many folks felt insecure enough in their purchase to not only take the time of day to make an account here but also bash the forum lol... my count so far is at 5... Seriously tho - they are both sick cars... need a back seat? like a stock turbo? get the bimmer... dont care for the "luxuries" and want a nimble car for the curves on the road - get the Z... If you care about straight line speed - and you are going to spend < 8k on your car overall -- get the bimmer ... if you are going to spend more get the Z as once they are both FI'd its all about who spends more money and time on their car.. If you are going to keep them stock - its a wash - drive em and pick em... /Thread

10-06-2009, 01:34 AM	#3 (permalink)
Emac Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 6 Drives: Acura TSX Rep Power: 17	Was just in a similiar boat, but was comparing the 370z to the 135i. I was completely torn, 50/50. I had a 300zx and then a 350z for a short time and loved both cars. I really was certain I was going to get a 370z but after driving both cars back to back, a couple times, I fell on the side of BMW. I really wish I could have both cars. What tipped it for me was the torque and "feel" of the BMW, it drives really nicely, great 6MT. The Z has awesome handling, great acceleration and it really feels like a sports car. The tradeoff for me was that it was also a bit claustrophobic (terrible blind spots, but good side mirrors). You can't go wrong either way, both are going to be a blast to drive. Getting a used car, which is what I did, makes smart financial sense, but having a new car is a nice feeling, especially if it's a sports car, you know nobody has been thrashing it before you got it. Just pick whatever car you feel more comfortable in and enjoy the most, don't worry about appearances.

10-06-2009, 03:37 AM	#11 (permalink)
akburst510 Base Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Aliso Viejo Posts: 15 Drives: 92 Honda Accord Rep Power: 17	Wow at the digression. Mostly the BMW guys fault for invading this thread, but partially your guys' fault for feeding them. The discussion at e90post stayed on point and they seemed to be very honest about their opinions. They were almost even in their choices for what car would better suit me. (I am leaning toward the Nissan at the moment because of THEIR advice). Apparently, they respect the 370z for what it is like many of you guys respect the 335i for what it is. Considering a new 370z base with sport package. Do not really care what color as they seem to look good in all of them . Probably will test drive the 370z manual this time and try to get a test drive in a 335i.

10-06-2009, 07:39 AM	#15 (permalink)
05G356MT Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: The DMV Posts: 28 Drives: 05 OB G35 6MT Rep Power: 18	If you're looking for a "drivers" car go with the 370z after all it is a true sports car. If you're looking for a nice daily driver that can handle it's own and feels like the closest thing to a sports car take the 335i. Personally, I would take a 335i in a heartbeat over a 370z. I'd rather have a nice DD with more creature comforts than a potent sports car like the 370z (which is why I got the G instead of the Z). Being in college you also can't ignore the fact that maintenance is free for the first 4yrs/50,000 in the BMW which is a great plus. __________________ National G Club

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