Originally Posted by m4a1mustang Yeah but just remember they stuff a lot of beefy bits in the Z that they don't in the Altima. Drivetrain, reinforcements, etc. Adds up. Oh
|
|
LinkBack | Thread Tools | Display Modes |
05-30-2013, 09:43 AM | #151 (permalink) |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858 |
Oh i know, but the altima is a bigger vehicle as well, with backseats, more safety bits and extra doors and more glass etc. I think it's possible for the z and altima to be equal in weight.
__________________
Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980 |
05-30-2013, 09:46 AM | #152 (permalink) | |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 55,385
Drives: on two wheels
Rep Power: 6962 |
Quote:
Anyhoo, if they can cut the weight on the Z that'd be great. And if they can't, at least move some of it back in the chassis. I wouldn't mind if they made the hood a little longer and got the engine further back behind the front axle like on the S2000.
__________________
- Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook! |
|
05-30-2013, 09:50 AM | #153 (permalink) | |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858 |
Quote:
See this is why im a big proponent of a smaller displacement engine. Alot of the issues is the weight of the VQ Well at least we know 129lbs was taken off the Q.
__________________
Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980 Last edited by UNKNOWN_370; 05-30-2013 at 09:56 AM. |
|
05-30-2013, 10:15 AM | #154 (permalink) |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Germany
Posts: 2,230
Drives: Z34 | MK7 | F82
Rep Power: 3660 |
I understand Nissan's financially not in a position to completely revamp the Z and start from scratch. Fortunately, the 370Z is a great starting point. It's lighter, faster, handles better, and has a better interior than the 350Z. If only the next Z can have at least 50 more hp, and a stiffer chassis while keeping the weight down, I'll be extremely happy. More frame reinforcements, and perhaps a retuned VK50VE from the Infiniti FX50 pushing over 400 hp with at least a 7K rpm redline comes to mind.
An FX50 is around $65K, so a similarly powered Z should be between $5K to $10K less than that. Sure, it's wishful thinking, but 500Z has a good ring to it. Oh, and no more boomerang lights please.
__________________
2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT |
05-30-2013, 10:34 AM | #155 (permalink) |
Enthusiast Member
Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Columbia, MO
Age: 47
Posts: 460
Drives: ‘13 370Z ST 6M
Rep Power: 3428 |
I'd like 2800 lbs with a stiffer chassis, a twin turbo v6 mid-mounted with 400hp/400ft-lb and has a combined EPA of 32MPG. Also, I'd like another inch of headroom and for it to be designed after the 458 Italia. Oh yeah, and it should start at $28,999 and max out at $40,000 fully loaded!!
While I'm at it, I would like the winning numbers to a record powerball/megamillions jackpot with an after taxes take-home of at least $250mil and for Kate Beckinsale to agree to be friends with benefits! I think that's a good start.
__________________
Zack FI catback, HFC, and Start Button - Z1 Intake - Nismo S-Tune Spoiler - PasswordJDM V2 Shift Knob Last edited by zeeder; 05-30-2013 at 10:37 AM. |
05-30-2013, 01:04 PM | #156 (permalink) | |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Jul 2009
Location: ny'r livn in tx
Posts: 8,687
Drives: well over 130m.p.h.
Rep Power: 14858 |
Quote:
It sounds like you want a corvette to me... Just trade for the C7 if that's what you want? A 500z idea has no concept of Nissan's history culture and philosophy when it comes to the Z. If you really think a 500Z is a good idea??? Why don't we make the 500z crosstour and sedan too?. We've deviated enough from Mr. K's original philosophy. It's time to bring it back closer to it's roots.
__________________
Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980 |
|
05-30-2013, 01:05 PM | #157 (permalink) |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 55,385
Drives: on two wheels
Rep Power: 6962 |
Murano Cross Cabriolet.
__________________
- Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook! |
05-30-2013, 01:23 PM | #159 (permalink) |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 55,385
Drives: on two wheels
Rep Power: 6962 |
Sounds doable.
__________________
- Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook! |
05-30-2013, 02:17 PM | #160 (permalink) | |
Base Member
Join Date: Apr 2013
Location: Orlando, FL
Posts: 144
Drives: Like OJ In A Bronco
Rep Power: 12 |
Quote:
__________________
LLUMAR TINT 15% l ARK GT-S SPRINGS l STILLEN GEN 3 C.A.I l MOMO SHIFTER l Z1 SPACERS 20MM (F)/25MM (R).....STILL LOADING |
|
05-30-2013, 03:29 PM | #162 (permalink) |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Northern VA
Posts: 55,385
Drives: on two wheels
Rep Power: 6962 |
I think we should compete with Jeeps.
__________________
- Steve Zs & Coffee - Saturdays at 10AM in Fairfax, VA and Columbia, MD (Click the banner!) LIKE us on Facebook! |
05-30-2013, 07:26 PM | #164 (permalink) | |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: Feb 2013
Location: Germany
Posts: 2,230
Drives: Z34 | MK7 | F82
Rep Power: 3660 |
Quote:
__________________
2013 MB NISSAN 370Z SPORT |
|
05-30-2013, 08:14 PM | #165 (permalink) | |
A True Z Fanatic
Join Date: May 2012
Location: Honolulu
Posts: 1,427
Drives: 17 6MT M2
Rep Power: 18754 |
Quote:
However, if they do add more power, shed weight in the right places, it should improve upon it's great handling and driving dynamics. I would trade up to a newer Z, even if it costs a little more. |
|
Bookmarks |
|
|
Similar Threads | ||||
Thread | Thread Starter | Forum | Replies | Last Post |
2016 Nissan 240z info | LCR Autowerks | Nissan 370Z Photos / Spyshots / Video / Media Gallery | 45 | 11-03-2012 10:27 AM |
2016 Fuel Regulations and Sports Cars | 370zbb | Nissan 370Z General Discussions | 9 | 08-02-2012 12:22 AM |
10 Cars Worth Waiting For in 2011 | 2theextreme | The Lounge (Off Topic) | 25 | 01-11-2011 08:19 AM |
Best Driver's Cars (Motor Trend Mag) | StevieG | Nissan 370Z General Discussions | 7 | 08-31-2009 02:53 PM |
Is waiting worth it? (more time=lower price?) | U-NVmyZ? | Nissan 370Z Pricing / Ordering Discussions | 13 | 05-01-2009 08:51 PM |