Hyundai Coupe getting 333hp

Cunnos · 03-07-2011, 03:54 PM

So its confirmed, the Hyundai Genesis coupe will get 333 horsepower, 291 pound-feet of torque AND a new "face lift" (I wonder how much it will weight?). Looks like they are taking a direct shot at the 370z lineup.... One thing that Hyundai does well is copy other cars ( in terms of design ), the Genesis sedan looks exactly like Mercedes Benz. So lets hope they dont copy the Z when they go back to the drawing boards for the Genesis Coupe.........here is the article below

Spy Shots: Hyundai Genesis Coupe facelift on the way — Autoblog

Isamu · 03-07-2011, 03:58 PM

It's still a 2+2..not a true sports car imho

bigdog1250 · 03-07-2011, 04:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Isamu

It's still a 2+2..not a true sports car imho

So are 911's... does that make them not a sports car?

m4a1mustang · 03-07-2011, 04:11 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigdog1250

So are 911's... does that make them not a sports car?

I think the 911 is and has always been the one exception to the rule.

bigdog1250 · 03-07-2011, 04:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I think the 911 is and has always been the one exception to the rule.

Probably because the seats aren't made for humans, hell they barley fit my ultimate solider dolls

shadoquad · 03-07-2011, 04:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by bigdog1250

Probably because the seats aren't made for humans, hell they barley fit my ultimate solider dolls

hehe it's true. They exist but are too small to be of any use.

ImportConvert · 03-08-2011, 01:42 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Isamu

It's still a 2+2..not a true sports car imho

GT-R isn't a true sports car, either, I guess.

Quote:

Originally Posted by Jordo!

What stands out to me is that it gained a whopping 15% more power from switching to DI (probably due, in part, to higher CR pistons being used?)!

If we extrapolate to the VQ motor, it could make 381 crank with DI.

For the coming FT-86, which will have a DI boxer, it means even the lackluster 2.0 that normally makes 170 bhp could make as much as 195 for starters.

I forgot the exact formula, but I believe every 1/2 point in compression is 15 horsepower in an NA motor, roughly.
I'm more into American V8's, and that is what that formula is for, but should be close to accurate at these hp levels (mid 300's).

UNKNOWN_370 · 03-08-2011, 08:50 AM

[QUOTE=ImportConvert;975096]GT-R isn't a true sports car, either, I guess.

"True sports car." Some people just hear fanboy chatter and repeat it. The Z is a traditional sports car. Gran turismo sports cars, are just as much sports cars as the traditional 2 seaters. There are cases where the GT sports car out-handles out-maneuvers and out performs traditional sports cars. And its not just the porsche 911 either... as you stated with the GT-R. Not many so called sports cars can touch it. Lol

Back to topic. All the 370z needs is a TT setup. Let the TT start right under 40k and offer around 420hp/360lb tq. Going to a v8 will change driving characteristics too much and make the car lose some handling capability. To maintain handling, Nissan would have to redesign the whole car. I honestly want more power in this same exact platform. Besides forced induction will keep it light and at under 3300lbs, the fatter cars will have more comp on its hands.
I think that the Z might have to slightly lower its msrp back to 2009 numbers on the non aspirated Z if it came out with the FI, Z. The mustang did it on the GT coupes. I think that will help boost sales for the Z as I know it will do for the mustang.
The concept of the rare car is kinda kool but, I rather the Z just win the performance war than cancel out.

I want a Z · 03-08-2011, 11:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Isamu

It's still a 2+2..not a true sports car imho

so then neither is the 911 & GTR ?

any way, I don't think it was ever meant as a true sports car

Sibze · 03-07-2011, 03:59 PM

meh

shadoquad · 03-07-2011, 03:59 PM

Good for Hyundai, and good for consumers!

m4a1mustang · 03-07-2011, 04:00 PM

It's like a cheaper G37 (and a fairly good one, IMO). I don't see it as direct competition with the Z because of the whole 2+2 deal.

azn370z · 03-07-2011, 04:00 PM

Lol the japanese are known for copying too such as Lexus. Some may even say the z is copying Porsche so why shouldn't hyundai copy Nissan?

shadoquad · 03-07-2011, 04:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azn370z

Lol the japanese are known for copying too such as Lexus. Some may even say the z is copying Porsche so why shouldn't hyundai copy Nissan?

All car companies copy each other. It's market competition. If toyota has a truly stunning innovation, do BMW and Mercedes ignore it or come up with their own version of it? Or do they simply buy licensing from toyota? I'm guessing they don't ignore it if it attracts consumers.

m4a1mustang · 03-07-2011, 04:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shadoquad

All car companies copy each other. It's market competition. If toyota has a truly stunning innovation, do BMW and Mercedes ignore it or come up with their own version of it? Or do they simply buy licensing from toyota? I'm guessing they don't ignore it if it attracts consumers.

03-07-2011, 03:54 PM	#1 (permalink)
Cunnos Base Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: boston,ma Posts: 230 Drives: 2010 370z 40th anniv Rep Power: 16	Hyundai Coupe getting 333hp So its confirmed, the Hyundai Genesis coupe will get 333 horsepower, 291 pound-feet of torque AND a new "face lift" (I wonder how much it will weight?). Looks like they are taking a direct shot at the 370z lineup.... One thing that Hyundai does well is copy other cars ( in terms of design ), the Genesis sedan looks exactly like Mercedes Benz. So lets hope they dont copy the Z when they go back to the drawing boards for the Genesis Coupe.........here is the article below Spy Shots: Hyundai Genesis Coupe facelift on the way — Autoblog

03-07-2011, 03:59 PM	#10 (permalink)
Sibze A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Ontario, Canada Posts: 16,202 Drives: In your way Rep Power: 64	meh __________________ RIP Tony.

03-07-2011, 04:00 PM	#12 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	It's like a cheaper G37 (and a fairly good one, IMO). I don't see it as direct competition with the Z because of the whole 2+2 deal. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

03-07-2011, 04:00 PM	#13 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	Lol the japanese are known for copying too such as Lexus. Some may even say the z is copying Porsche so why shouldn't hyundai copy Nissan? __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts

Similar Threads
Thread	Thread Starter	Forum	Replies	Last Post
The mid-engine 500HP Hyundai Genesis Coupe has landed	nurburgring	Other Vehicles	238	11-04-2009 04:32 PM
RMR Hyundai Genesis Coupe starts Formula D season with Nissan power	AK370Z	Other Vehicles	11	05-06-2009 01:05 PM
First Test: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track	Educ8r	Other Vehicles	9	03-08-2009 04:31 PM
Comparison Test: 2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe 3.8 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37 Coupe	mattkim85	Other Vehicles	3	03-01-2009 12:53 AM
2010 Hyundai Genesis Coupe First Drive - Edmunds.com	AK370Z	Other Vehicles	1	02-03-2009 07:08 PM

03-07-2011, 03:58 PM	#2 (permalink)
Isamu A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Minot ND Posts: 51,960 Drives: every day... Rep Power: 214	It's still a 2+2..not a true sports car imho

03-08-2011, 08:50 AM	#8 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14859	[QUOTE=ImportConvert;975096]GT-R isn't a true sports car, either, I guess. "True sports car." Some people just hear fanboy chatter and repeat it. The Z is a traditional sports car. Gran turismo sports cars, are just as much sports cars as the traditional 2 seaters. There are cases where the GT sports car out-handles out-maneuvers and out performs traditional sports cars. And its not just the porsche 911 either... as you stated with the GT-R. Not many so called sports cars can touch it. Lol Back to topic. All the 370z needs is a TT setup. Let the TT start right under 40k and offer around 420hp/360lb tq. Going to a v8 will change driving characteristics too much and make the car lose some handling capability. To maintain handling, Nissan would have to redesign the whole car. I honestly want more power in this same exact platform. Besides forced induction will keep it light and at under 3300lbs, the fatter cars will have more comp on its hands. I think that the Z might have to slightly lower its msrp back to 2009 numbers on the non aspirated Z if it came out with the FI, Z. The mustang did it on the GT coupes. I think that will help boost sales for the Z as I know it will do for the mustang. The concept of the rare car is kinda kool but, I rather the Z just win the performance war than cancel out.

03-07-2011, 03:59 PM	#11 (permalink)
shadoquad A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: . Posts: 42,608 Drives: . Rep Power: 3887	Good for Hyundai, and good for consumers!