370Z Takes on Genesis Coupe 3.8 Track

280z/300zx · 06-29-2011, 12:23 AM

I think for someone like you the Genesis is what you should go for simply because it's cheaper. For a car enthusiast the Z is clearly the winner but for someone just looking for something sporty who doesn't care about the cars true capabilities I would just go for the cheaper option. As you said, in real world daily driving both fit the bill nicely. I've driven the Genesis and it's a pretty decent ride, just doesn't have the same raw enthusiast feel the Z has.

That being said I would also urge you to wait about 6mo. The Genesis for 2012 is getting bump in hp and torque as well as some minor interior and exterior tweaks. Essentially for the same price you'll pay now for a 2011 you can wait and get a 2012 which may actually move the Genesis even closer to the Z in terms of performance and interior (supposed to get 333hp). I know personally I would hate to buy a car only for the new and improved model to come out shortly after.

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06-29-2011, 12:23 AM	#4 (permalink)
280z/300zx Track Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Location: Nevada Posts: 689 Drives: 280z, 300zx, Vette Rep Power: 273	I think for someone like you the Genesis is what you should go for simply because it's cheaper. For a car enthusiast the Z is clearly the winner but for someone just looking for something sporty who doesn't care about the cars true capabilities I would just go for the cheaper option. As you said, in real world daily driving both fit the bill nicely. I've driven the Genesis and it's a pretty decent ride, just doesn't have the same raw enthusiast feel the Z has. That being said I would also urge you to wait about 6mo. The Genesis for 2012 is getting bump in hp and torque as well as some minor interior and exterior tweaks. Essentially for the same price you'll pay now for a 2011 you can wait and get a 2012 which may actually move the Genesis even closer to the Z in terms of performance and interior (supposed to get 333hp). I know personally I would hate to buy a car only for the new and improved model to come out shortly after.