Well put, and from a unbiased position as well.
Yup, there will always compromises you make, glad to know you have positive things to say about the 370z as well, it really is a well balacned sports car for its value imo.
Speaking of the hydroplaning issues a couple of people I know have the Hankooks V12, Im gonna be ordering some soon, they are proven to reduce hydroplaning, and drivibaliltiy in wet conditions. Look into them if you havent already.