2018 Type R vs STI vs Z

YYZ · 07-28-2017, 06:56 AM

The title should have read- Top spec boosted Type R and STI vs Nissan's aging Base naturally aspirated Z on a track.

They could have at least used a sport for a track comparison and it still would cost less. A Nismo would have been more appropriate.

Imagine if they compared base models. That would be hilarious.

2011 Nismo#91 · 07-28-2017, 07:36 AM

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Originally Posted by YYZ

The title should have read- Top spec boosted Type R and STI vs Nissan's aging Base naturally aspirated Z on a track.

They could have at least used a sport for a track comparison and it still would cost less. A Nismo would have been more appropriate.

Imagine if they compared base models. That would be hilarious.

Top models cars released in 2016 vs the base Z from 2009. Not to mention the other 2 are 4 seater 4 door cars both with turbo charged i4 cylinders vs a 2 door 2 seater NA v6. They might as well have thrown in a MX-5.

SINISTER · 07-28-2017, 08:01 AM

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Originally Posted by 2011 Nismo#91

Top models cars released in 2016 vs the mid range Z from 2009. Not to mention the other 2 are 4 seater 4 door cars both with turbo charged i4 cylinders vs a 2 door 2 seater NA v6. They might as well have thrown in a MX-5.

Plus, the stats showed our car doing just as well and some of those analyzing preferring the Z. All for less money and better looks....

Gotta be stupid to pay more for the same thing that looks uglier....

TechnicZ · 07-28-2017, 08:02 AM

I read the article and it mentioned that Z is the only Nissan press vehicle available in the nation. A 2018 BASE Z? C'mon Nissan a Base Z and not a Sport or Nismo equipped..

It's true though Nissan didn't have a Supra or RX7 breathing down its neck to develop the Z into a faster sports car.

Like previously mentioned I took this article and put it in the "all new technology platform, racing a 2009 base production car."

Let me tell you guys I'm a Honda Master tech up here and I already tried repairing a harness on a CTR with 800 miles only to get California to tell me to replace the whole engine harness on a car with less than 1000 miles. I've spoken to a field engineer on the issue and it seems their production techniques on the wiring aren't holding up to this platforms performance level (not sure how that makes sense, seem's like just bad QC from the factory on the other side of the pond."

TBH the guys who drove my car compared to this CTR admits it has more TQ available sooner (makes sense, turbo).

But our Z's with a tune and bolt ons changes their mind every time in the Z's favor.

night blade · 07-28-2017, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by TechnicZ

I read the article and it mentioned that Z is the only Nissan press vehicle available in the nation. A 2018 BASE Z? C'mon Nissan a Base Z and not a Sport or Nismo equipped..

It's true though Nissan didn't have a Supra or RX7 breathing down its neck to develop the Z into a faster sports car.

Like previously mentioned I took this article and put it in the "all new technology platform, racing a 2009 base production car."

Let me tell you guys I'm a Honda Master tech up here and I already tried repairing a harness on a CTR with 800 miles only to get California to tell me to replace the whole engine harness on a car with less than 1000 miles. I've spoken to a field engineer on the issue and it seems their production techniques on the wiring aren't holding up to this platforms performance level (not sure how that makes sense, seem's like just bad QC from the factory on the other side of the pond."

TBH the guys who drove my car compared to this CTR admits it has more TQ available sooner (makes sense, turbo).

But our Z's with a tune and bolt ons changes their mind every time in the Z's favor.

For comparison the 370z Sport is available right now in Canada for $34G, still priced lower than those boy racers. Nissan always seems to send in the wrong car for reviews, this isn't the first time, get you're act together Nissan!

07-28-2017, 06:56 AM	#1 (permalink)
YYZ Base Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Raleigh Posts: 71 Drives: 370z sport 6m 2015 Rep Power: 9	The title should have read- Top spec boosted Type R and STI vs Nissan's aging Base naturally aspirated Z on a track. They could have at least used a sport for a track comparison and it still would cost less. A Nismo would have been more appropriate. Imagine if they compared base models. That would be hilarious. sunkist350z, UNKNOWN_370 and simul8r like this. Last edited by YYZ; 07-28-2017 at 07:00 AM.

07-28-2017, 08:02 AM	#4 (permalink)
TechnicZ Base Member Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: NJ Posts: 106 Drives: 2009 370z Base Sport Rep Power: 16	I read the article and it mentioned that Z is the only Nissan press vehicle available in the nation. A 2018 BASE Z? C'mon Nissan a Base Z and not a Sport or Nismo equipped.. It's true though Nissan didn't have a Supra or RX7 breathing down its neck to develop the Z into a faster sports car. Like previously mentioned I took this article and put it in the "all new technology platform, racing a 2009 base production car." Let me tell you guys I'm a Honda Master tech up here and I already tried repairing a harness on a CTR with 800 miles only to get California to tell me to replace the whole engine harness on a car with less than 1000 miles. I've spoken to a field engineer on the issue and it seems their production techniques on the wiring aren't holding up to this platforms performance level (not sure how that makes sense, seem's like just bad QC from the factory on the other side of the pond." TBH the guys who drove my car compared to this CTR admits it has more TQ available sooner (makes sense, turbo). But our Z's with a tune and bolt ons changes their mind every time in the Z's favor. 2011 Nismo#91, littlejuanito, OldGrayDog and 1 others like this. Last edited by TechnicZ; 07-28-2017 at 08:04 AM. Reason: elaboration

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