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dalparadise · 01-28-2010, 03:10 AM

I used to own an E46 330Cic. I now own a 370Z Roadster with Sport.

Different, different animals. My 330 did have the M sport suspension, but still dove and rolled in turns. The Z is as flat as my first wife. That translates into grip relative to the suspension setup.

As for the power, I agree you'll need to get used to it. Your Bimmer delivered similar performance while dealing out less power in a much more smooth, predictable way. The Z is more raucous, so things like wheelspin and hop are going to surprise you until you know how to manage them. You will also be able to kick this much shorter wheelbase's tail out a lot easier with your right foot, too. To an accomplished driver, this is a tool, not a flaw.

Part of your difficulties may also lie in the clutch, which is also not as smooth to engage as the 330's. Try feathering it out in the lower gears or add more gas sooner, until you learn better where it engages. Once muscle memory is established, you can regulate your throttle a little more.

Remember, you're putting down more HP in a lighter car with a shorter wheelbase. Proceed accordingly.

01-28-2010, 03:10 AM	#21 (permalink)
dalparadise The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Houston Posts: 354 Drives: 2010 Z Roadster T/S Rep Power: 16	I used to own an E46 330Cic. I now own a 370Z Roadster with Sport. Different, different animals. My 330 did have the M sport suspension, but still dove and rolled in turns. The Z is as flat as my first wife. That translates into grip relative to the suspension setup. As for the power, I agree you'll need to get used to it. Your Bimmer delivered similar performance while dealing out less power in a much more smooth, predictable way. The Z is more raucous, so things like wheelspin and hop are going to surprise you until you know how to manage them. You will also be able to kick this much shorter wheelbase's tail out a lot easier with your right foot, too. To an accomplished driver, this is a tool, not a flaw. Part of your difficulties may also lie in the clutch, which is also not as smooth to engage as the 330's. Try feathering it out in the lower gears or add more gas sooner, until you learn better where it engages. Once muscle memory is established, you can regulate your throttle a little more. Remember, you're putting down more HP in a lighter car with a shorter wheelbase. Proceed accordingly. __________________ 2010 Platinum Graphite Roadster - Tour/Sport/6MT/GReddy SE catback/B&M short shift If the top is up, it must be parked.