I told you to come down!
Jay, you should at least consider turning that car into a road racing car, it will be bulletproof after the build and you and I both know its 1000X more fun than drag racing. Also 1000X more expensive, but its worth it. I like the venting idea too, this car definitely needs all the cooling it can get. Let me know if you want that hood, I know a guy haha.
As far as times goes, that 1 M is definitely quicker than a stock Z I think. That little engine has so much torque down low and it feels super linear. Its definitely enough power to catch you by surprise on corner exit third gear. It comes with the M3's tires too, so that helps. You should go test drive it
If it came in DCT, my car would be at your shop probably turning back to stock