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Jaws12 · 07-15-2009, 11:28 PM

I have driven and owned cars with all the transmission choices mentioned.

All of the 911's I've owned have always been 3 pedal machines.

I had a Maserati Gransport with the automated manual.

I have owned Vettes with both the 6M and 6AT.

Etc...

My take on the 370Z is pretty simple. I chose the 7AT because this is going to be my daily driver.

For a weekend car, especially with the Sports Package and SynchroRev Match, the 6M is probably a bit more engaging to drive in short spurts.

My problem with the 6M in both the Z and G37 is that once you get the RPMs above 5000 the shifter starts vibrating like crazy. That would drive me crazy on a day in and day out basis. The 7AT eliminates this concern and makes the engine's powerband feel more refined.

In terms of performance, unless you are a professional driver or very experienced track day participant, the 7AT will be quicker and more useable on a day to day basis, plus a lot more convenient in rush hour.

I am thrilled with the 7AT and have no regrets.

BTW, I feel the same about the transmission choice in the Vettes. AT is the way to go. With the Porsches, whether Tiptronic or the new PDK, I would always get the 6M to get the most enjoyment out of the pure driving experience regardless of the enhanced performance claims of the PDK.

07-15-2009, 11:28 PM	#15 (permalink)
Jaws12 Base Member Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: New Jersey Posts: 31 Drives: 09 Nissan 370Z Rep Power: 16	I have driven and owned cars with all the transmission choices mentioned. All of the 911's I've owned have always been 3 pedal machines. I had a Maserati Gransport with the automated manual. I have owned Vettes with both the 6M and 6AT. Etc... My take on the 370Z is pretty simple. I chose the 7AT because this is going to be my daily driver. For a weekend car, especially with the Sports Package and SynchroRev Match, the 6M is probably a bit more engaging to drive in short spurts. My problem with the 6M in both the Z and G37 is that once you get the RPMs above 5000 the shifter starts vibrating like crazy. That would drive me crazy on a day in and day out basis. The 7AT eliminates this concern and makes the engine's powerband feel more refined. In terms of performance, unless you are a professional driver or very experienced track day participant, the 7AT will be quicker and more useable on a day to day basis, plus a lot more convenient in rush hour. I am thrilled with the 7AT and have no regrets. BTW, I feel the same about the transmission choice in the Vettes. AT is the way to go. With the Porsches, whether Tiptronic or the new PDK, I would always get the 6M to get the most enjoyment out of the pure driving experience regardless of the enhanced performance claims of the PDK. __________________ 2009 370Z Touring, Sport, 7AT, Mats, Splash Guards,Leguna Blue/Black