Nissan 370Z Forum - View Single Post - Noob at driving stick, how hard is it with the z??

Attaboy · 01-06-2010, 11:18 PM

IMO, the difference isn't so much about FWD vs RWD, but the amount of power you now have on tap in the Z.

probably the biggest difference you will notice is that the clutch is much beefier and requires more effort to depress and properly time release when engaging 1st and 2nd gear than a car like a civic requires. stock clutches in those cars are almost effortless to depress.

take a test drive and just be careful when taking off from a stop the first few times. Feather the clutch until you get the feel for it. no need to rev above 2K. treat it like you would if you were taking off in any unfamilar car that has a manual transmission.

If the salesman tempts you to give it some gas and take off quick, dont do it no matter how fun it sounds. VDC is nice, but you can still lose control.

The MT is thrilling to drive if you can learn to do so properly, but it's not for everyone. you may want to consider the 7AT and take that for a test drive as well.

01-06-2010, 11:18 PM	#9 (permalink)
Attaboy Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Olathe, KS Posts: 130 Drives: '09 370Z 6M Black Rep Power: 16	IMO, the difference isn't so much about FWD vs RWD, but the amount of power you now have on tap in the Z. probably the biggest difference you will notice is that the clutch is much beefier and requires more effort to depress and properly time release when engaging 1st and 2nd gear than a car like a civic requires. stock clutches in those cars are almost effortless to depress. take a test drive and just be careful when taking off from a stop the first few times. Feather the clutch until you get the feel for it. no need to rev above 2K. treat it like you would if you were taking off in any unfamilar car that has a manual transmission. If the salesman tempts you to give it some gas and take off quick, dont do it no matter how fun it sounds. VDC is nice, but you can still lose control. The MT is thrilling to drive if you can learn to do so properly, but it's not for everyone. you may want to consider the 7AT and take that for a test drive as well. __________________ farts are funny on so many levels.