370z Vs. 335i

TheManTheMyth · 12-30-2008, 11:01 PM

in terms of exterior design I think the 370 and 335 are very comparable....Both are very classy and eye catching designs....As for interior...besides the fact the 370 is a two seater and the 335 is four...my vote goes to the 370 hands down....I hate the boring interior of bimmers...I feel like they spend all their time on the drivetrain of their cars...which is unreal i have to admit but still...spend some more time on the place where im gonna be spending all my time...INSIDE....and the 135 does have the same engine while being smaller lighter and more nimble....making it slightly faster...and considering the 370 and 135 having similar numbers (slightly better then the 135) I would say the Z is hands down a better choice for the buck unless the back seat is a necessity

shumby · 12-30-2008, 11:12 PM

here is how it stacked up against the G37.

[YOUTUBEHQ]B0B50ULfBYM[/YOUTUBEHQ]

Crash · 12-30-2008, 11:13 PM

370 > 335i. Style, value and performance wise...

370 looks better IMO. However, the M3 looks better than the 370.
The BMWs are worth about 2/3 their price. 1/3 of their cost is the name (which I could care less about.)
Performance is going to be very close between the two. So it's only a couple mods here or there for either of them to put them over the top.

If someone was selling me a 335i for the same price as the Z, it'd be a very hard decision for me. I'd likely go with the BMW, but honestly, I'd feel guilty and still wish I had the Z.

I like the interior on the BMW, but I LOVE the interior for the Z.

So it's a simple decision for me.

shumby · 12-30-2008, 11:14 PM

^^^^ you are the first person I have heard say they like the interior of the BMW. I find it dated and bland. Time to come out of the 80's BMW

Namir · 12-30-2008, 11:49 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shumby

^^^^ you are the first person I have heard say they like the interior of the BMW. I find it dated and bland. Time to come out of the 80's BMW

I agree. Their interiors have never been inspiring. Dated and bland are perfect adjectives.

Crash · 12-30-2008, 11:15 PM

LOL! DRIFTING the G!

That's pretty funny, but still pretty cool.

bossman · 12-31-2008, 01:10 AM

the 370z is so damn vicious, it looks like it's about to beat up all the other sports cars

Mr. BigHam · 12-31-2008, 01:18 AM

^^ true dat

Crash · 12-31-2008, 02:11 AM

^^^ +1... The 370z looks freaking mean!

BMW has nice interiors from what I've seen, but not my cup of tea. I like a race-inspired interior. (Also a reason I don't like Corvettes anymore)

sensi09 · 12-31-2008, 02:55 AM

The interior of newer BMWs may not have that "wow" appeal, but it's hard to deny that it's still a top notch interior. Personally I think the newer BMW interiors are much improved over the last generation BMWs which today look quite dated.

The 370Z may have an improved interior, but BMW will still take it in this department. Personally, I've never been impressed by the interiors of Infinitis so I doubt I'll be impressed by the new interior of the Z. With that said though, I'm sure it's a good improvement over the 350Z and should fit my needs just fine.

I'll choose a Z as the more sporty and fun to drive car, but the BMW as the more comfortable, luxurious daily driver that's plenty enjoyable to drive in itself.

If you guys want to compare used prices, low mileage 335i coupes can be had in the mid to low 30K range.

Though similar in price, the 135i vs the 370Z may still be comparing different segments of cars, so the 370Z versus a 335i is an even more lopsided or unfair comparison. Personally I'm looking forward to the new Z4 versus 370z comparo.

Oh and I liked this edmunds vid

AK370Z · 12-31-2008, 08:37 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sensi09

Though similar in price, the 135i vs the 370Z may still be comparing different segments of cars, so the 370Z versus a 335i is an even more lopsided or unfair comparison. Personally I'm looking forward to the new Z4 versus 370z comparo.

Oh and I liked this edmunds vid

Great video. I do love the previous M3 model. The new one is a beast as well. If I had 60K to buy a new car, I don't think you can steer me away from the new M3.

Also, I can't wait to see the new Z4 vs the 370Z battle.

Edmunds need to get their hands on the Z4 and do the test already.

Crash · 12-31-2008, 03:10 AM

^^^^^ LOL! The moral of this story?

"By a used BMW instead of a new one?"

drmike · 12-31-2008, 09:25 AM

I won't deny that I'd have one of each (335i and 370z) if I could. The 135i is neat, but if I already had the 370z, getting another car with no back seat room would be impossible to rationalize.

Crash · 12-31-2008, 03:40 PM

I agree. If I had my 370z already, I'd be looking at a BMW 5 series or a 4 door Infiniti. I like my mom's M and it's pretty nice for a daily driver. Performance wise, it's got enough power, and doesn't handle like a big car at all (even though it's pretty big). I wouldn't buy 2 cars with only 2 seats (Unless I could by lots more cars and had a place to put them!)

I need to rich.

bossman · 12-31-2008, 05:47 PM

everyone knows bmw is king, they just need to make their cars a little more attractive, they remind me of downsyndrome dinosaurs for some reason

12-30-2008, 11:12 PM	#2 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 46 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 238	here is how it stacked up against the G37. [YOUTUBEHQ]B0B50ULfBYM[/YOUTUBEHQ] __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-30-2008, 11:13 PM	#3 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 591	370 > 335i. Style, value and performance wise... 370 looks better IMO. However, the M3 looks better than the 370. The BMWs are worth about 2/3 their price. 1/3 of their cost is the name (which I could care less about.) Performance is going to be very close between the two. So it's only a couple mods here or there for either of them to put them over the top. If someone was selling me a 335i for the same price as the Z, it'd be a very hard decision for me. I'd likely go with the BMW, but honestly, I'd feel guilty and still wish I had the Z. I like the interior on the BMW, but I LOVE the interior for the Z. So it's a simple decision for me. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

12-30-2008, 11:14 PM	#4 (permalink)
shumby Captin Canuck Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: with your mom Age: 46 Posts: 6,288 Drives: your sister Rep Power: 238	^^^^ you are the first person I have heard say they like the interior of the BMW. I find it dated and bland. Time to come out of the 80's BMW __________________ Originally Posted by SAM@GTM Engine detonation is not normal and it should never never happen, and whoever told that need to do something else for living . Sam

12-30-2008, 11:15 PM	#6 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 591	LOL! DRIFTING the G! That's pretty funny, but still pretty cool. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

12-31-2008, 02:11 AM	#9 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 591	^^^ +1... The 370z looks freaking mean! BMW has nice interiors from what I've seen, but not my cup of tea. I like a race-inspired interior. (Also a reason I don't like Corvettes anymore) __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

12-30-2008, 11:01 PM	#1 (permalink)
TheManTheMyth Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: New Jersey Posts: 113 Drives: 05 Mazda 6 Rep Power: 282	in terms of exterior design I think the 370 and 335 are very comparable....Both are very classy and eye catching designs....As for interior...besides the fact the 370 is a two seater and the 335 is four...my vote goes to the 370 hands down....I hate the boring interior of bimmers...I feel like they spend all their time on the drivetrain of their cars...which is unreal i have to admit but still...spend some more time on the place where im gonna be spending all my time...INSIDE....and the 135 does have the same engine while being smaller lighter and more nimble....making it slightly faster...and considering the 370 and 135 having similar numbers (slightly better then the 135) I would say the Z is hands down a better choice for the buck unless the back seat is a necessity

12-31-2008, 01:10 AM	#7 (permalink)
bossman Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 169 Drives: 04 Xterra SE 4X4 S/C Rep Power: 0	the 370z is so damn vicious, it looks like it's about to beat up all the other sports cars

12-31-2008, 01:18 AM	#8 (permalink)
Mr. BigHam Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: The Gump, AL Posts: 37 Drives: 01BB6 Pearl White MT Rep Power: 18	^^ true dat

12-31-2008, 02:55 AM	#10 (permalink)
sensi09 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: so cal Posts: 449 Drives: _ Rep Power: 18	The interior of newer BMWs may not have that "wow" appeal, but it's hard to deny that it's still a top notch interior. Personally I think the newer BMW interiors are much improved over the last generation BMWs which today look quite dated. The 370Z may have an improved interior, but BMW will still take it in this department. Personally, I've never been impressed by the interiors of Infinitis so I doubt I'll be impressed by the new interior of the Z. With that said though, I'm sure it's a good improvement over the 350Z and should fit my needs just fine. I'll choose a Z as the more sporty and fun to drive car, but the BMW as the more comfortable, luxurious daily driver that's plenty enjoyable to drive in itself. If you guys want to compare used prices, low mileage 335i coupes can be had in the mid to low 30K range. Though similar in price, the 135i vs the 370Z may still be comparing different segments of cars, so the 370Z versus a 335i is an even more lopsided or unfair comparison. Personally I'm looking forward to the new Z4 versus 370z comparo. Oh and I liked this edmunds vid

12-31-2008, 03:10 AM	#12 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 591	^^^^^ LOL! The moral of this story? "By a used BMW instead of a new one?" __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

12-31-2008, 09:25 AM	#13 (permalink)
drmike Enthusiast Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Kern Co., California Age: 55 Posts: 356 Drives: '03 Mini S+'94 Miata Rep Power: 18	I won't deny that I'd have one of each (335i and 370z) if I could. The 135i is neat, but if I already had the 370z, getting another car with no back seat room would be impossible to rationalize. __________________ txwerks.com (side biz) xcor.com (main biz)

12-31-2008, 03:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
Crash A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 1,853 Drives: 02 Corvette Z06 Rep Power: 591	I agree. If I had my 370z already, I'd be looking at a BMW 5 series or a 4 door Infiniti. I like my mom's M and it's pretty nice for a daily driver. Performance wise, it's got enough power, and doesn't handle like a big car at all (even though it's pretty big). I wouldn't buy 2 cars with only 2 seats (Unless I could by lots more cars and had a place to put them!) I need to rich. __________________ 2002 Corvette Z06 - Totaled 2003 Corvette Z06 50th Anniversary

12-31-2008, 05:47 PM	#15 (permalink)
bossman Banned Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hawaii Posts: 169 Drives: 04 Xterra SE 4X4 S/C Rep Power: 0	everyone knows bmw is king, they just need to make their cars a little more attractive, they remind me of downsyndrome dinosaurs for some reason

Thread Tools
Show Printable Version Email this Page
Display Modes
Switch to Linear Mode Hybrid Mode Switch to Threaded Mode