Question About Future Buying (Nismo)

370Zsteve · 12-08-2009, 04:03 PM

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Originally Posted by vipor

The Nismo IS NOT faster than the regular Z34 really. It's faster around the corners due to the upgraded suspension and wider tires. I bought my Nismo for the upgraded suspension, body, and wheels. I did not put much faith into the extra 18hp that it claims to have.

sidenote: the stock Z is faster than the new mustang, both v6 and GT (not 500).

Do we have Nismo dyno numbers that show the 18hp increase or is it vapor, vipor?

vipor · 12-08-2009, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Do we have Nismo dyno numbers that show the 18hp increase or is it vapor, vipor?

i didn't say it wasn't more powerful, i said it wasn't faster.

speed_BMW330i · 12-10-2009, 01:08 AM

Dude, best bet is to test drive them both and see which car you prefer.

Unless you plan on tracking your ride, you're probably not going to notice an increase or decrease in 18 HP or some other number.

When you're talking about cars with 300 HP, another 18 HP is not really going to make a "world" of difference.

On the other hand, if you need a four seater (i.e, kids, pets, third wheel who always invites himself along, etc...), then that's more likely to play a role in whether you get a four-seater (Camaro, Mustang, BMW 135i, or G37), or if you're willing to sacrifice space for styling (370Z or Vette or a used Lotus).

Need, Budget and Styling Preferences will almost always trump whatever any magazine says about who is faster or who has more HP.

Martin

Matt · 12-10-2009, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Do we have Nismo dyno numbers that show the 18hp increase or is it vapor, vipor?

There's a thread around here somewhere that shows the Nismo dyno at 295-301, which is about 16-19 above baseline Z dynos (279-284). That doesn't translate to the track very well, as the 0-60s and 1/4 miles are either tied, or leaning to the non-Nismos advantage.

As many people have stated, getting the Nismo for performance above the base is silly. Getting the Nismo should be for the laundry list of other upgrades/features.

vipor · 12-10-2009, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Matt

There's a thread around here somewhere that shows the Nismo dyno at 295-301, which is about 16-19 above baseline Z dynos (279-284). That doesn't translate to the track very well, as the 0-60s and 1/4 miles are either tied, or leaning to the non-Nismos advantage.

As many people have stated, getting the Nismo for performance above the base is silly. Getting the Nismo should be for the laundry list of other upgrades/features.

performance as in handling, not speed. these aren't mustangs people, they're designed to TURN.

Matt · 12-10-2009, 09:12 AM

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Originally Posted by vipor

performance as in handling, not speed. these aren't mustangs people, they're designed to TURN.

My post wasn't directed towards you or your comments at all. Sorry for the confusion.

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speed_BMW330i Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: chicago Posts: 107 Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Auto Rep Power: 17	Dude, best bet is to test drive them both and see which car you prefer. Unless you plan on tracking your ride, you're probably not going to notice an increase or decrease in 18 HP or some other number. When you're talking about cars with 300 HP, another 18 HP is not really going to make a "world" of difference. On the other hand, if you need a four seater (i.e, kids, pets, third wheel who always invites himself along, etc...), then that's more likely to play a role in whether you get a four-seater (Camaro, Mustang, BMW 135i, or G37), or if you're willing to sacrifice space for styling (370Z or Vette or a used Lotus). Need, Budget and Styling Preferences will almost always trump whatever any magazine says about who is faster or who has more HP. Martin