Why do so many get lesser tires for the Z?

Originally Posted by WhiskeyHotel

I approach this as an engineering/economics problem (I r 1). I also believe the tire tests (when done properly) and try not to let my preconceived notions get in the way. I read personal reviews, but take them with a grain of salt.

Some of the variables we consider are price, performance(grip - dry and wet), durability, summer/all-season, noise level, and ride quality. So, when you say "lesser tire", what exactly do you mean? Cheaper? Less grip? Best or worst wear?

With so many variables and humans being humans, it's no wonder we choose different tires. Are they "lesser"? No, they're just judged on differnet criteria.

By the by, I'd bet money that Nissan chose the tires they did based heavily on what kind of deal they could get from the tire manufacturers - sometimes the bean-counters win.