I had an 08 335i 6 speed coupe which I traded for my 370Z touring/sport/6 speed. Both cars red/black. I parked next to the Z when I picked up the car. The 335i has nice clean lines, mine was equipped with the factory aero package. However, the Z just generates more excitement. Z wins.
Comparisons:
Ride on the highway: The 335i wins hands down, much quieter. A great touring car. 335i wins
Ride on the twisties: While the 335i will put a grin on your face the 370Z is an ear to ear smile. Z wins
Transmissions: The 335i has a great transmission with smooth easy engagements. After about an hour in the 370Z I couldn't believe how much fun it was to run up and down through the gears. Z wins
Stowage: Not even a contest. 335i wins
Economy: On cruise at 65-70 mph I could get 30 mpg with the 335i. Same scenario with the Z I get a little over 26. 335i wins
Need to take more than one person with you: 335i wins
Cabin noise: The 335i was extremely quite. I found myself driving in 5th when I should have been in 6th or more than one occasion. There is no doubt as to what type surface your driving on in the Z! 335i wins
Exhaust note: The 335i exhaust was pretty quite. The stock Z exhaust has a much nicer note in the car, I can hear it. Z wins
Cost of mods: It doesn't take long to run up a large bill with the 335i. I suspect comparable parts will be cheaper for the Z. Z most likely wins.
Cost to add 50-75 hp: The 335i wins this one hands down.
If an only car: Depends on how much space you need.
Final thought, BMW has been shown of late to be very picky on car modifications of any type. It's like having Big Brother in your hip pocket.
Those are my thoughts having owned both cars. Hope it helps.
BTW, I am extremely happy with the Z. I'd do it again in a heart beat!
Alan
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