Question about safety in 370z.

coaster · 10-15-2009, 05:40 PM

Hey guys,

I currently have an '06 350z base. The car does not have VDC/traction control. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with both models (350z base -> 370z sport) as far as driving in the rain. Would a 370z be safer and more predictable in the rain versus a base 350z? I came upon a great deal on a 370z+sport and wanted to convince myself to buy the car :-)! Thanks all in advance.

kenchan · 10-15-2009, 05:42 PM

tires alone the Uni-T works very well in the rain.

TX_370 · 10-15-2009, 05:42 PM

I live in Houston (it rains all the F#cking time), with VDC on I havent had any problems with traction. Remember that tires also play a factor in this.

dad · 10-15-2009, 06:24 PM

Tires and the way you drive in the rain are the biggest safety factor.

shabarivas · 10-15-2009, 06:41 PM

Idont really feel too confident with the RE50s in the rain - I am going to throw on my Toyos for the winter and my stockers back on for the summer

VCuomo · 10-15-2009, 06:55 PM

VDC (traction control) will help in the rain.

azn370z · 10-15-2009, 07:24 PM

I drive in the rain all the time in my 350z without vdc, never had a problem. Are you having problems in your 350z? The 370z will be a little more safe. Just buy it if you can afford it, you shouldn't try to justify buying it because of vdc.

coaster · 10-15-2009, 08:27 PM

Thanks all for the replies:

azn370z: Thanks a lot for your advice. I notice that, you too, also own an 06 350z. We both have similar colors too. I am really just trying to find reasons to convince myself to get the new car. I really like the looks and new amenities that I do not have currently. My car is already paid off, so having a car payment, albeit relatively small, would be a negative. I have not appraised my car, but I can imagine how much I would get on a trade in. The dealership is basically selling the 370z for 29,999(base+sport) + ttl, including a lifetime power train warranty. Decisions to make.... Thanks again guys.

spearfish25 · 10-15-2009, 08:56 PM

With all the improvements in the 370 over the 350, I'm not sure VDC should be the decision point!

AK370Z · 10-15-2009, 09:44 PM

YouTube - TG Australia 370Z vs. 350Z

In this video you can see how the 370z traction control is much superior than the 350Z.

Pointman · 10-15-2009, 10:55 PM

Good video, its just strange watching them drive from the wrong side.

355890 · 10-16-2009, 10:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by TX_370

I live in Houston (it rains all the F#cking time), with VDC on I havent had any problems with traction. Remember that tires also play a factor in this.

I live in Austin.....I wish it would rain.

No chance to test one way or the other.

10-15-2009, 05:40 PM	#1 (permalink)
coaster Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370z PW 6MT Rep Power: 16	Question about safety in 370z. Hey guys, I currently have an '06 350z base. The car does not have VDC/traction control. I was wondering if anyone has had experience with both models (350z base -> 370z sport) as far as driving in the rain. Would a 370z be safer and more predictable in the rain versus a base 350z? I came upon a great deal on a 370z+sport and wanted to convince myself to buy the car :-)! Thanks all in advance. Last edited by coaster; 10-15-2009 at 06:48 PM.

10-15-2009, 05:42 PM	#3 (permalink)
TX_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Texas Posts: 5,389 Drives: American Rep Power: 28	I live in Houston (it rains all the F#cking time), with VDC on I havent had any problems with traction. Remember that tires also play a factor in this. __________________ 2009 PW Nissan 370Z with Sports Package

10-15-2009, 06:24 PM	#4 (permalink)
dad Grand Prix of Endurance Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Tennessee Posts: 3,476 Drives: Mulsanne Straight Rep Power: 26	Tires and the way you drive in the rain are the biggest safety factor. __________________ We can do without any article of luxury we have never had; but once obtained, it is not in human nature to surrender it voluntary.

10-15-2009, 07:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
azn370z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,722 Drives: z34 - R1 Rep Power: 490	I drive in the rain all the time in my 350z without vdc, never had a problem. Are you having problems in your 350z? The 370z will be a little more safe. Just buy it if you can afford it, you shouldn't try to justify buying it because of vdc. __________________ 2010 k23 H&R sport springs / Spc rear camber arms / SSR SP1 / Berk cbe / Varis cf lip / Nismo S-Tune side skirts Last edited by azn370z; 10-15-2009 at 07:27 PM.

10-15-2009, 09:44 PM	#10 (permalink)
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10-15-2009, 05:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	tires alone the Uni-T works very well in the rain.

10-15-2009, 06:41 PM	#5 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	Idont really feel too confident with the RE50s in the rain - I am going to throw on my Toyos for the winter and my stockers back on for the summer

10-15-2009, 06:55 PM	#6 (permalink)
VCuomo Track Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: SoCal Posts: 887 Drives: BMW 335i Sport Rep Power: 17	VDC (traction control) will help in the rain.

10-15-2009, 08:27 PM	#8 (permalink)
coaster Base Member Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: San Jose Posts: 249 Drives: 09 370z PW 6MT Rep Power: 16	Thanks all for the replies: azn370z: Thanks a lot for your advice. I notice that, you too, also own an 06 350z. We both have similar colors too. I am really just trying to find reasons to convince myself to get the new car. I really like the looks and new amenities that I do not have currently. My car is already paid off, so having a car payment, albeit relatively small, would be a negative. I have not appraised my car, but I can imagine how much I would get on a trade in. The dealership is basically selling the 370z for 29,999(base+sport) + ttl, including a lifetime power train warranty. Decisions to make.... Thanks again guys.

10-15-2009, 08:56 PM	#9 (permalink)
spearfish25 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Naples, FL Posts: 4,117 Drives: to work Rep Power: 1856	With all the improvements in the 370 over the 350, I'm not sure VDC should be the decision point!

10-15-2009, 10:55 PM	#11 (permalink)
Pointman Base Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Pensacola, FL Posts: 128 Drives: 370Z Sport/Tour Nav Rep Power: 276	Good video, its just strange watching them drive from the wrong side. __________________ JTTF SQ8

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