Multiple Engine for Next Z? from Nissan VP

Jordo! · 12-04-2014, 01:47 PM

I don't care that much about the specific engine, provided it has good off the line torque and decent power, meaning it certainly can't result in a slower Z relative to previous ones.

OEM FI would be great -- that means a stout motor that has lots of room to make more power, again, provided it isn't anemic off the line.

I'd disregard the idX commentary... if any of that car's DNA goes into the next Z, it will be in the form of weight savings and package options -- not in looks or performance. They aren't going to make the next Z look like a Datsun 510.

Honestly, if they made the car 200 lbs heavier than the FR-S, but gave it a V6 or turbo 4 (or an option of both) it would be a screamer and a hit.

Read T · 12-04-2014, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Jordo!

Honestly, if they made the car 200 lbs heavier than the FR-S, but gave it a V6 or turbo 4 (or an option of both) it would be a screamer and a hit.

Seems like even with the OEM engine, the FR-S is a pretty good hit around these parts. They are a blast to drive too! (I do not mean to start a war)

czirrfb · 12-04-2014, 04:11 PM

Out of the FR-S and S2000 which is more fun to drive? Ive personally driven an S2000 and it was awesome, felt like a Go Kart and had zero body roll, felt very stiff and planted. I've never driven an FR-S

12-04-2014, 01:47 PM	#1 (permalink)
Jordo! A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2010 Location: nirvana Posts: 6,394 Drives: 2023 NATM Rep Power: 420	I don't care that much about the specific engine, provided it has good off the line torque and decent power, meaning it certainly can't result in a slower Z relative to previous ones. OEM FI would be great -- that means a stout motor that has lots of room to make more power, again, provided it isn't anemic off the line. I'd disregard the idX commentary... if any of that car's DNA goes into the next Z, it will be in the form of weight savings and package options -- not in looks or performance. They aren't going to make the next Z look like a Datsun 510. Honestly, if they made the car 200 lbs heavier than the FR-S, but gave it a V6 or turbo 4 (or an option of both) it would be a screamer and a hit. 370zproject and carlitos_370z like this. __________________ Enjoy it. Destroy it.

12-04-2014, 04:11 PM	#3 (permalink)
czirrfb Base Member Join Date: Nov 2014 Location: Phoenix Posts: 162 Drives: 03 Nissan 350z DB M6 Rep Power: 12	Out of the FR-S and S2000 which is more fun to drive? Ive personally driven an S2000 and it was awesome, felt like a Go Kart and had zero body roll, felt very stiff and planted. I've never driven an FR-S carlitos_370z likes this.

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