Subaru powered Toyota FT-86 Concept

Skeeterbop · 11-02-2011, 01:57 PM

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Originally Posted by Rui Z

Ugh. $28,000 base price and only 1 mpg better than our Z. I hope car and driver are wrong about those numbers.

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Originally Posted by kenchan

the base needs to be like $22K to make any sense...especially a scion (or suby for that matter).

I agree with both of you. Even if the car is lighter by, lets say 500 pounds, it still doesn't make up for the 100+ hp difference. At 28k it is competing with other cars that will out perform it. But if it's cornering performance is equal to the Z and it's styling isn't f'ed up, I might try finding a used one once the Z is paid for.

Lug · 11-03-2011, 08:47 AM

At 2700 lbs, it would need somewhere around 270 hp to match the Z in acceleration. My guess is that Subaru will introduce a turbo version a year or 2 after the initail car is sold with around a $5K bump.

m4a1mustang · 11-03-2011, 08:48 AM

I wonder if an LSX would fit. Won't be much of a weight penalty at all.

Isamu · 11-03-2011, 11:37 AM

lol at everyone modding this car already...

we shall see...

DJ-of-E · 11-03-2011, 02:03 PM

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New FR-S BRZ Technology Info! Engine specs, CoG, Drag Coefficient, Dimensions, etc.

Key Info:

460mm from ground to the center of the crank/gravity (low CG)
53:47 F/R weight split
0.27 Cd (coefficient of drag)
D-4S DI engine tech (direct injection pairs with secondary EFI)
1,998cc Displacement
200 HP
151.2 ft-lbs torque
7400rpm redline
12.5:1 Compression ratio
86mm x 86mm bore/stroke
Mcpherson front suspension / Double wishbone rear
Rear seats fold (as one unit)
Cup holders can slide / be removed
Can carry 4 tires in rear

You gotta give props, I can't even fit 2 wheels in the Z. Pretty shitty car to go take to the track without a truck/trailer.

takjak2 · 11-03-2011, 08:04 PM

53:47 strikes again!

I really appreciate the emphasis with "Tire transport for track days."

FL 4Motion · 11-03-2011, 08:30 PM

I kina dig this car, but I don't get the "I'll get one as a DD and keep my Z" thing. They are similar enough that if you need a DD as well as a Z, just get a STi, suv, comfy sedan etc vs. some small, impractica for hauling anything, second car, it's almost like saying I have Z, so I'll get another Z as my DD to save my original Z from wear and tear.

Still would love to see and STi'd version of this from Subaru, I'l be really tempted were that to happen...

XwChriswX · 11-03-2011, 08:42 PM

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Originally Posted by FL 4Motion

I kina dig this car, but I don't get the "I'll get one as a DD and keep my Z" thing. They are similar enough that if you need a DD as well as a Z, just get a STi, suv, comfy sedan etc vs. some small, impractica for hauling anything, second car, it's almost like saying I have Z, so I'll get another Z as my DD to save my original Z from wear and tear.

Still would love to see and STi'd version of this from Subaru, I'l be really tempted were that to happen...

Actually, that's a great idea! 1 Z for the track, 1 for DD. BRILLIANT!

Zaggeron · 11-03-2011, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by FL 4Motion

I kina dig this car, but I don't get the "I'll get one as a DD and keep my Z" thing. They are similar enough that if you need a DD as well as a Z, just get a STi, suv, comfy sedan etc vs. some small, impractica for hauling anything, second car, it's almost like saying I have Z, so I'll get another Z as my DD to save my original Z from wear and tear.

Still would love to see and STi'd version of this from Subaru, I'l be really tempted were that to happen...

I'm one of those thinking about this as a DD. The thing is it is quite different from my Z so I don't see the argument for just getting another Z -- though I have thought about getting the coupe for DD and leaving the 'vert for those perfect 'vert days

. But sometimes tossing around a light, moderately powered, car is a blast.

I need a new DD, but I don't like comfy sedans, STis, etc. I've got no need to haul anything around so this sounds like a good deal all around.

Red__Zed · 11-03-2011, 08:57 PM

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Originally Posted by takjak2

53:47 strikes again!

I really appreciate the emphasis with "Tire transport for track days."

That's honestly one of the coolest features I've seen in a car.

Even if they don't bring a big power version, that motor is supposed to be bulletproof. I bet we see some big numbers out of it when guys slap on FI.

DJ-of-E · 11-03-2011, 02:06 PM

Better shot of the interior:

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Rui Z · 11-03-2011, 02:23 PM

Anyone know what the 370Z's center of gravity height is?

m4a1mustang · 11-03-2011, 06:03 PM

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Originally Posted by Rui Z

Anyone know what the 370Z's center of gravity height is?

The Z's CG height is 20in or 508mm.

kenchan · 11-03-2011, 06:01 PM

Lol... my kids will fit just fine.

Skeeterbop · 11-03-2011, 08:47 PM

The only reason I said I would use it for a dd and keep the Z is because I honestly have no need for the rear seats. I would just fold them over and use it as a 2 seater with extra storage space and make the Z my weekend fun car.

11-03-2011, 08:47 AM	#2 (permalink)
Lug A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Texas Posts: 1,926 Drives: 2006 350Z Rep Power: 20	At 2700 lbs, it would need somewhere around 270 hp to match the Z in acceleration. My guess is that Subaru will introduce a turbo version a year or 2 after the initail car is sold with around a $5K bump. __________________ keep Chubbs in your pocket - Chubbs

11-03-2011, 08:48 AM	#3 (permalink)
m4a1mustang A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Northern VA Posts: 55,385 Drives: on two wheels Rep Power: 6963	I wonder if an LSX would fit. Won't be much of a weight penalty at all. __________________ - Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook!

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takjak2 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Sterling, VA Posts: 1,922 Drives: Legit Racecar 370Z Rep Power: 143	53:47 strikes again! I really appreciate the emphasis with "Tire transport for track days." __________________ Mods \| Stuff \| Things \| Seat Time \| Nismo facebook.com/TeamSparrowSpeed

11-03-2011, 02:06 PM	#11 (permalink)
DJ-of-E Track Member Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Garden Grove, CA Posts: 676 Drives: 00 Toyota Celica 040 Rep Power: 16	Better shot of the interior: [/QUOTE] __________________

11-03-2011, 02:23 PM	#12 (permalink)
Rui Z Track Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Location: (.)(.) Posts: 931 Drives: 8====D Rep Power: 17	Anyone know what the 370Z's center of gravity height is? __________________

11-03-2011, 08:30 PM	#7 (permalink)
FL 4Motion A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: FL Posts: 4,776 Drives: Baby Shark Rep Power: 701616	I kina dig this car, but I don't get the "I'll get one as a DD and keep my Z" thing. They are similar enough that if you need a DD as well as a Z, just get a STi, suv, comfy sedan etc vs. some small, impractica for hauling anything, second car, it's almost like saying I have Z, so I'll get another Z as my DD to save my original Z from wear and tear. Still would love to see and STi'd version of this from Subaru, I'l be really tempted were that to happen...

11-03-2011, 06:01 PM	#14 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141522	Lol... my kids will fit just fine.

11-03-2011, 08:47 PM	#15 (permalink)
Skeeterbop A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Fort Bliss, TX Age: 41 Posts: 1,440 Drives: 2011 GM 370 base SP Rep Power: 17	The only reason I said I would use it for a dd and keep the Z is because I honestly have no need for the rear seats. I would just fold them over and use it as a 2 seater with extra storage space and make the Z my weekend fun car. __________________ Srenity: "Yeah no rest needed to spread the love when your 20 that's for sure...."

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