Dsport 2010 RWD car of the year-370z

klubbheads · 08-31-2010, 02:44 PM

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Originally Posted by PapoZalsa

The reason I decided to go Base w/Sport Pkg. I think best bang for the buck...

unless you get the nismo for 34k out the door.

Cmike2780 · 08-31-2010, 03:23 PM

The RX-8 felt so much lighter around the corners imo. It was easy to push around without feeling like you were about lose control. One of a few cars I've driven where you could leave the traction control on and still have fun.

ProfessorDave · 08-31-2010, 04:30 PM

I agree Cmike2780. I loved the handling on the RX-8. I felt as though I could throw it into any corner at any speed and it would hold its line. I hated the lack of torque, the mileage, and the price tag. Not surprised the 370Z came out on top in this review.

vividracing · 08-31-2010, 08:50 PM

guess i'll pick myself a copy!

CBRich · 09-01-2010, 08:55 AM

I guess coming from the Honda world skews my view of what good gains for the buck are. Because you could bolt on everything you could buy and get nearly nothing.

Mt Tam I am · 09-01-2010, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by nismo42

i picked up this mag yesterday....good read...nissan took AWD class as well....pretty impressive...they also picked the base with sport over the nismo.

All I see is mention of “neverreally- off” mode of the VDC, not the bit about - they also picked the base with sport over the nismo.

What does “neverreally- off” mode of the VDC, actually mean? Also why does base sport model handle better than the tuned Nismo?

Neo187H · 09-01-2010, 11:17 AM

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Originally Posted by ClemsonWill

They gave a thumbs down to "difficult to gain power with bolt-ons."

I think the Z does pretty good. CBE, HFC, intakes, and tune can easily be 30+ whp.

They are also referring to the Nismo rather than just base so that would cut into some of tha gains of aftermarket parts.

phelan · 09-01-2010, 11:34 AM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

hahaha so sad, but so true.

Mazda needs to fix the gas guzzling on that engine and pop out a new RX-7, perhaps with a turbo to start, just so they can compete in that market. I already admire the Miata and MS3 for what they bring in their respective segments. But Mazda needs a fire-breathing beast again.

Yeah, and those Miata doors are quite something, no?

CrownR426 · 09-01-2010, 12:48 PM

YEAHHH I saw this when I was at barnes and nobles!
Then i saw a group of people by my car outside when I left.
<3 it!

One_Quick_Z · 09-01-2010, 01:27 PM

Looks like they need better drivers, the G37 coupe ran a faster 1/4mile time than the 370Z? Wow FiAl

DAN

nismo42 · 09-01-2010, 08:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Mt Tam I am

All I see is mention of “neverreally- off” mode of the VDC, not the bit about - they also picked the base with sport over the nismo.

What does “neverreally- off” mode of the VDC, actually mean? Also why does base sport model handle better than the tuned Nismo?

they also tested the nismo...and it came in 2nd to the z with sport pck.....it came in 2nd on the track due to weight

08-31-2010, 03:23 PM	#17 (permalink)
Cmike2780 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jun 2010 Location: Long Island Posts: 5,059 Drives: slowwww Rep Power: 29	The RX-8 felt so much lighter around the corners imo. It was easy to push around without feeling like you were about lose control. One of a few cars I've driven where you could leave the traction control on and still have fun. __________________ [09][MB][6-Spd MT][Touring][Stillen Gen III][K&N][Borla CBE][Evo-R] [ArchitTEK Photography]

08-31-2010, 04:30 PM	#18 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 19	I agree Cmike2780. I loved the handling on the RX-8. I felt as though I could throw it into any corner at any speed and it would hold its line. I hated the lack of torque, the mileage, and the price tag. Not surprised the 370Z came out on top in this review. __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

08-31-2010, 08:50 PM	#19 (permalink)
vividracing The370Z.com Sponsor Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Gilbert, AZ Age: 38 Posts: 7,306 Drives: 350Z,370Z,GTR Rep Power: 39	guess i'll pick myself a copy! __________________ Rocky @ Vivid ♦ 480.966.3040 x236 ♦ Rocky@vividracing.com Email, PM, or call me directly for aggressive The370Z.com member pricing!!!

09-01-2010, 12:48 PM	#24 (permalink)
CrownR426 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: South Korea Posts: 4,676 Drives: Manual Rep Power: 848	YEAHHH I saw this when I was at barnes and nobles! Then i saw a group of people by my car outside when I left. <3 it! __________________ Love + Hardwork + Passion RIP SVTRacer

09-01-2010, 01:27 PM	#25 (permalink)
One_Quick_Z A True Z Fanatic Join Date: May 2009 Location: Seneca Il Posts: 1,374 Drives: 10 Civic EX Sedan Rep Power: 219	Looks like they need better drivers, the G37 coupe ran a faster 1/4mile time than the 370Z? Wow FiAl DAN __________________ -My BRZ with exhaust will decimate all if we overnight parts from Japan- 10 Civic EX Sedan- Current Daily

09-01-2010, 08:55 AM	#20 (permalink)
CBRich A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: SC Posts: 2,464 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 545	I guess coming from the Honda world skews my view of what good gains for the buck are. Because you could bolt on everything you could buy and get nearly nothing.

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