Subaru powered Toyota FT-86 Concept

theDreamer · 03-24-2012, 11:37 AM

One of the huge benefits this car is going to have, which the Z still does not, is the aftermarket. Before this car even goes on sale every part will have a better upgrade made for it already. From NA to boosted, suspension to chassis, etc. While I am still on the side that the numbers are not making this car look like a winner, the aftermarket support will just because if I want or need more I know it will be there for me to buy.

ZMan8 · 03-24-2012, 11:55 AM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

One of the huge benefits this car is going to have, which the Z still does not, is the aftermarket. Before this car even goes on sale every part will have a better upgrade made for it already. From NA to boosted, suspension to chassis, etc. While I am still on the side that the numbers are not making this car look like a winner, the aftermarket support will just because if I want or need more I know it will be there for me to buy.

Good point, after market is already developing for this car where as for the 370z we had to wait a few years to even have a more than just a couple, if any, options.

Isamu · 03-24-2012, 12:18 PM

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Originally Posted by theDreamer

One of the huge benefits this car is going to have, which the Z still does not, is the aftermarket. Before this car even goes on sale every part will have a better upgrade made for it already. From NA to boosted, suspension to chassis, etc. While I am still on the side that the numbers are not making this car look like a winner, the aftermarket support will just because if I want or need more I know it will be there for me to buy.

m4a1mustang · 03-24-2012, 12:23 PM

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Originally Posted by 96bigbody

The 0.92g skidpad and 114 ft 60-0 braking aren't all that impressive either, especially for a car supposed to be a "handler". But hey, it exhibits awesome "control".

What tires does it come with stock?

Zaggeron · 03-24-2012, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

What tires does it come with stock?

Middle of the road Michelins 215/45R-17 tires -- better tires will up the skid pad ratings and lower the stop time

ZMan8 · 03-24-2012, 12:25 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

What tires does it come with stock?

The ones they use on the prius

m4a1mustang · 03-24-2012, 12:31 PM

So all seasons?

If so, that explains the lousy skid pad and braking numbers. Get a set of Star Specs on that car and you're talking .98+ G and much shorter 60-0.

Isamu · 03-24-2012, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

So all seasons?

If so, that explains the lousy skid pad and braking numbers. Get a set of Star Specs on that car and you're talking .98+ G and much shorter 60-0.

bingo!

m4a1mustang · 03-24-2012, 12:38 PM

I knew it. Tires mean everything.

BigT · 03-24-2012, 12:38 PM

In terms of raw acceleration, this car is going to be a dud. Even with an aftermarket turbo kit, you'd have to build the block before any "real" power can be had.

However, I have this funny feeling that the chassis will run quite well. .92 skid pad is not great, but nowhere near horrible, and also 69mph in the slalom is what our Z car runs.

m4a1mustang · 03-24-2012, 12:40 PM

It should be a sweet handler with a proper tire on it.

I bet it's light enough to even do well with crappy Hankook V12s.

ZMan8 · 03-24-2012, 12:53 PM

still too expensive. Just this past week they announced it will be right around 25K (24,900 or somthing like that).

Should have had a base model start at 19,900.

cossie1600 · 03-24-2012, 01:02 PM

It looks like a RWD Scion TC booo

m4a1mustang · 03-24-2012, 01:05 PM

I certainly would not pay 25k for one. I'm sure many will, though. Optioned out I think they push 30k.

ZMan8 · 03-24-2012, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang

I certainly would not pay 25k for one. I'm sure many will, though. Optioned out I think they push 30k.

There is the problem...30K = 5.0 and regarless of how the FRS/BRZ handles i would not take one over a 5.0 simply because

5.0 > 2.0
V8 > 4 cylinder
V8 rumble>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>4 cylinder chirp
420 hp > 200 HP

EDIT not to even mention all the other cars that are only a few grand more (regular Evo, 370Z)

03-24-2012, 11:37 AM	#661 (permalink)
theDreamer A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 30,879 Drives: 370z Rep Power: 4210	One of the huge benefits this car is going to have, which the Z still does not, is the aftermarket. Before this car even goes on sale every part will have a better upgrade made for it already. From NA to boosted, suspension to chassis, etc. While I am still on the side that the numbers are not making this car look like a winner, the aftermarket support will just because if I want or need more I know it will be there for me to buy. __________________ theDreamer's Z // Fast Intentions // Uprev // GTM // HKS // TEIN theDreamer's Silvia // URAS // GREDDY Houston Zs // Facebook // Twitter // Instagram

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m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	So all seasons? If so, that explains the lousy skid pad and braking numbers. Get a set of Star Specs on that car and you're talking .98+ G and much shorter 60-0. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

03-24-2012, 12:38 PM	#669 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	I knew it. Tires mean everything. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

03-24-2012, 12:40 PM	#671 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	It should be a sweet handler with a proper tire on it. I bet it's light enough to even do well with crappy Hankook V12s. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

03-24-2012, 12:53 PM	#672 (permalink)
ZMan8 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: Chicago, IL Posts: 5,844 Drives: 10 370z 40th M6 Rep Power: 658	still too expensive. Just this past week they announced it will be right around 25K (24,900 or somthing like that). Should have had a base model start at 19,900. __________________ 2010 370Z 40 Anniv., 6 MT \| Fast Intentions \| Swift Springs \| SPC \| Z1Motorsports \| JWM \| Redline Oils \| 35% Window Tint 2015 Mazda6 \| 370ZChicago: Chicago Area Cars & Coffee

03-24-2012, 12:38 PM	#670 (permalink)
BigT Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: NJ Posts: 469 Drives: 98 2g DSM Rep Power: 13	In terms of raw acceleration, this car is going to be a dud. Even with an aftermarket turbo kit, you'd have to build the block before any "real" power can be had. However, I have this funny feeling that the chassis will run quite well. .92 skid pad is not great, but nowhere near horrible, and also 69mph in the slalom is what our Z car runs.

03-24-2012, 01:02 PM	#673 (permalink)
cossie1600 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: californee way Posts: 5,380 Drives: 370, Leaf Rep Power: 29	It looks like a RWD Scion TC booo

03-24-2012, 01:05 PM	#674 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6962	I certainly would not pay 25k for one. I'm sure many will, though. Optioned out I think they push 30k. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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