Build quality vs Porsche

m4a1mustang · 09-24-2010, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

but the S still gets a thumbs up. and it is good to see the Z compared to the p cars so much.

Isn't it funny how the S and the GT3 are related, but the Z looks more like a GT3?

M4a1 - WHAT are you doing posting. Get out there and eat some camaros and vettes, then tell us the story!!!! but make sure you are 'on the track'.

I drive like a grandma and probably only use 100 of my 412 hp.

TrackRat · 09-24-2010, 04:57 PM

Honestly, if the difference in price wasn't an issue, you would be a fool not to take a Cayman S over a 370Z. I've had both at the track and on the street but that's my opinion. I wasn't willing to spend the same money I spent on the Z for a 50k mile used S.

Endgame · 09-24-2010, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by TrackRat

Honestly, if the difference in price wasn't an issue, you would be a fool not to take a Cayman S over a 370Z. I've had both at the track and on the street but that's my opinion. I wasn't willing to spend the same money I spent on the Z for a 50k mile used S.

I just think it depends on who you talk to. I would not take the S even if it was priced with the Z4.

NOW, I would take a Exige S for that money, even a used one. In fact, I almost did that...

M4A1

LOL!

rj45 · 09-24-2010, 07:44 PM

I think the Z's build quality is very good, not quite Porsche level, but not too far off. The Z is certainly Porsche tight, though - the chassis feels very solid over bumps and up inclines, and the interior is quiet (no rattles). Maybe when bouncing off race track curbs at 100 mph the Porsche may be more solid, but on the road it's pretty much a draw, IMO.

If Nissan refines the next-gen Z's drive-train a bit, it will really be one heck of a car.

Rooskey · 09-25-2010, 02:27 AM

Every porsche I come across online has high milage and very little resale value compared to window sticker. Do you want the porsche statues or are looking for a good sports car that will take you from A to Z for no cost of ownership. Its up to you I suppose. Japanese sports cars are the best for an everyday route to work or a fun place to let loose on the curves. The 370 is the only place to start!!

optiontrader · 09-25-2010, 03:50 AM

The driving experience is awesome in a Z...

...but you GOTTA drive a Porsche (esp. a Cayman S). You'll probably take the principle of "just buying a name" and throw it out your window.

I agree: the Germans better upgrade that interior. Maybe it's another angle on keeping the leash on the Cayman so it doesn't eclipse the 911 (could you imagine a Cayman Turbo?

).

christian370z · 09-25-2010, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by optiontrader

Maybe it's another angle on keeping the leash on the Cayman so it doesn't eclipse the 911 (could you imagine a Cayman Turbo?

).

I can imagine, and it is freaking awesome!

kenchan · 09-25-2010, 12:17 PM

hey, the neighbor's p-suv is back. will be good to go for another couple of months...

JACKPAC · 09-25-2010, 04:36 PM

This may be irrelevant, but take a look at the Audi TT-S. Performance rivals the 370 and the interior is fit & finish and style > than the Z, or the S. You can pick one up for around 45k, if you can find one.

Endgame · 09-25-2010, 11:27 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan

hey, the neighbor's p-suv is back. will be good to go for another couple of months...

optiontrader · 09-26-2010, 12:21 AM

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Originally Posted by christian370z

I can imagine, and it is freaking awesome!

HOLY ****...

That is an awesome find - I had no idea. That S must be phenomenal. Just looked on the website - fuel management looks like a piggyback, correct?

Looks like an uncomplicated install though (except for the CRAMPED engine compartment!). But... $10K?

ezowner · 09-26-2010, 02:33 PM

sheps58. You are talking about the craftmanship go for Porsche.

turbodog · 09-26-2010, 04:21 PM

I drove a few 10-year-old 911's before deciding on the 370Z. The fit and finish is great. However, one of the P-cars had the 'entire cooling system replaced' at a cost of $10k (this was an original owner with all service records), and another other balked at going into 2nd gear. Checking on Rennlist, I see cooling systems in the 1st gen liquid cooled 911s (996) are suspect, and many had transaxles replaced under the (long expired) warantee due to 2nd gear issues. So, fit and finish is great. Reliability.... not so sure. I bought a new 370Z instead.

Mercennarius · 09-26-2010, 06:32 PM

The Porsche interior is pretty bland and boring compared to the Z. Fit and finish is good on the Porsche, but like posted above that dosnt always translate to reliability.

09-24-2010, 04:57 PM	#17 (permalink)
TrackRat Base Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Danville, CA Posts: 86 Drives: '10 370Z MB M6 Rep Power: 234	Honestly, if the difference in price wasn't an issue, you would be a fool not to take a Cayman S over a 370Z. I've had both at the track and on the street but that's my opinion. I wasn't willing to spend the same money I spent on the Z for a 50k mile used S. __________________ Rob Montgomery '10 370Z Sport 6MT - Pretty much stock... '88 Porsche 911 Turbo - You name it... its got it www.bloodsweatandbrokengears.com

09-25-2010, 03:50 AM	#21 (permalink)
optiontrader Track Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Smog Hell, SoCal Posts: 595 Drives: 40th Rep Power: 16	The driving experience is awesome in a Z... ...but you GOTTA drive a Porsche (esp. a Cayman S). You'll probably take the principle of "just buying a name" and throw it out your window. I agree: the Germans better upgrade that interior. Maybe it's another angle on keeping the leash on the Cayman so it doesn't eclipse the 911 (could you imagine a Cayman Turbo? ). __________________ 40th Anniversary Z - 3M Paint Protection Film, CA Legal Tint! (70/40)

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09-24-2010, 07:44 PM	#19 (permalink)
rj45 Base Member Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: USA Posts: 60 Drives: 40th Anniversary Z Rep Power: 15	I think the Z's build quality is very good, not quite Porsche level, but not too far off. The Z is certainly Porsche tight, though - the chassis feels very solid over bumps and up inclines, and the interior is quiet (no rattles). Maybe when bouncing off race track curbs at 100 mph the Porsche may be more solid, but on the road it's pretty much a draw, IMO. If Nissan refines the next-gen Z's drive-train a bit, it will really be one heck of a car.

09-25-2010, 02:27 AM	#20 (permalink)
Rooskey Track Member Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: South Carolina Posts: 974 Drives: 2014 Alpha7 GTR Rep Power: 16	Every porsche I come across online has high milage and very little resale value compared to window sticker. Do you want the porsche statues or are looking for a good sports car that will take you from A to Z for no cost of ownership. Its up to you I suppose. Japanese sports cars are the best for an everyday route to work or a fun place to let loose on the curves. The 370 is the only place to start!!

09-25-2010, 12:17 PM	#23 (permalink)
kenchan A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N/A Posts: 76,801 Drives: N/A Rep Power: 141521	hey, the neighbor's p-suv is back. will be good to go for another couple of months...

09-25-2010, 04:36 PM	#24 (permalink)
JACKPAC Track Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kentucky Posts: 516 Drives: MB 370z Rep Power: 17	This may be irrelevant, but take a look at the Audi TT-S. Performance rivals the 370 and the interior is fit & finish and style > than the Z, or the S. You can pick one up for around 45k, if you can find one.

09-26-2010, 02:33 PM	#27 (permalink)
ezowner Base Member Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: Ny Posts: 52 Drives: Fly Rep Power: 16	sheps58. You are talking about the craftmanship go for Porsche.

09-26-2010, 04:21 PM	#28 (permalink)
turbodog Base Member Join Date: Sep 2010 Location: Dallas, TX Posts: 129 Drives: 370Z Rep Power: 15	I drove a few 10-year-old 911's before deciding on the 370Z. The fit and finish is great. However, one of the P-cars had the 'entire cooling system replaced' at a cost of $10k (this was an original owner with all service records), and another other balked at going into 2nd gear. Checking on Rennlist, I see cooling systems in the 1st gen liquid cooled 911s (996) are suspect, and many had transaxles replaced under the (long expired) warantee due to 2nd gear issues. So, fit and finish is great. Reliability.... not so sure. I bought a new 370Z instead.

09-26-2010, 06:32 PM	#29 (permalink)
Mercennarius Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: San Antonio, TX Posts: 160 Drives: Nissan Rep Power: 16	The Porsche interior is pretty bland and boring compared to the Z. Fit and finish is good on the Porsche, but like posted above that dosnt always translate to reliability.