Originally Posted by Uprev We noticed the same thing. The 370Z is so tightly regulated that it nails the peak HP within something crazy like .4hp every time. Insane control.
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07-13-2009, 04:14 PM | #16 (permalink) | |
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No, but seriously, if you need me to do some testing here in the NYC tri-state area let me know...
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You just paid between 3 to 4 times over the average cost for HP per mod-dollars spent. The acceptable average cost of a mod per HP gain is $25 to $30 per HP. To be considered a "good" ROI for car modding the general ratio for mod-money spent per HP gained is $25 to $30 for every 1-HP gained. You paid $125 per 1-HP gained given your configuration!! |
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Not to mention this is pretty much near stock reliability, something boost just cant claim. Coming from a 350 myself gains like this are pretty awesome! Even a Vortech kit for the 350 turns into near $10K when you factor in install, tune, extras and supporting mods like I/H/E and thats a headache Id rather not go through again.
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If he is happy then its worth whatever he paid for it. He posted his hp numbers, not his portfolio of net worth. Whats worth it for one may not be for all. Thats why you have your car and he has his. I have a 900hp RX7 and don't want to think about the money I have in it, but if I'm happy thats all that matters.
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No its a 15% improvement based on the 47 HP gain he reported...not 20%. Anyway you cut it he overspent for a mere gain compared to the dollars spent. The numbers don't lie, folks. No argument has any standing when the numbers are run other than he overspent and the performance shop got to walk to the bank laughing.
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And that's precisely the reason why the US is in an economic crunch..people have completly lost their sense of sensibility...just because it makes you feel good is not a good or sensible reason for justifying overpaying for something..especially to the tune of 3.5 time over. |
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Actually, people who can afford it blowing money on "useless" things (as in, not food or shelter) is a win for the economy. It's better for the economy if people with excess income/cash blow it buying parts and services, which prop up jobs and businesses.
And there's really no definition of what's paying too much for car performance. Compared to the average car consumer who isn't really into this stuff, any money spent upgrading the performance of a car is a "waste". |
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Ok back on track. Nice numbers. Has anyone thats made over 320-330rwhp with mods run the 1/4 mile yet???I know Semtex and RCZ and now Phimosis all are in this range.
I know some may not be into the 1/4 but just curious to see if this car can hit or excede 110mph with those mods. This would almost put it on C5 Z06 level 1/4 mile wise. With some suspension mods with this power it should be very close to the C5 Z06 circuit track numbers imho.
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