Anyone come from an RX8 ?

VQ370ZTT · 06-22-2013, 12:30 AM

370Z boosted is the only way to go, besides getting a GTR.

forza370z · 06-22-2013, 12:48 AM

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Originally Posted by nizmo370

^ Essentially i want a 400whp that can be daily driven in the summer and stored in winter. I can always TT the Z with the GTM kit but that would mean keeping the Z for a while

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Another thing is that 400 whp can be achieved with the evo for probably about 5 grande give or take. With the Z i believe you would have to boost it to get those numbers which usually costed about 8-10 grande ffrom what ive been reading.

Leaning towards the Z alot more right now. The evo x is a mean looking beast but its no sports car.

I agree. If you want to bump the power to 400-500 whp, then you have to boost the Z. There are a few options. IMHO, the cheapest and most reliable boost would be the Stillen super charger kit. It's enough to make 400-500 whp while it has 2-year warranty and 48 state legel I believe. GTM, even the Fast Intentions new tt kit is built for bigger power. And be prepared to spend 15k if you want to do everything right. But it's another topic. Good luck with your decision OP!

KERMIT · 06-22-2013, 08:14 AM

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Originally Posted by nizmo370

^ Essentially i want a 400whp that can be daily driven in the summer and stored in winter. I can always TT the Z with the GTM kit but that would mean keeping the Z for a while

.

Another thing is that 400 whp can be achieved with the evo for probably about 5 grande give or take. With the Z i believe you would have to boost it to get those numbers which usually costed about 8-10 grande ffrom what ive been reading.

Leaning towards the Z alot more right now. The evo x is a mean looking beast but its no sports car.

Sounds like a C7 vette would be perfect for you. Also, why is your target 400 whp?

nizmo370 · 06-22-2013, 09:00 AM

^ too young to own a vette. Im in my early 20s. Doesnt have to be 400whp .. just shooting for a summer car that can keep up with alot of cars on the track.

2xtreme1 · 06-23-2013, 01:12 AM

Z is just way to sexy!
I don't think there is another car around the price range that gets the attention the Z does.
The way people look at the car can make you feel like you're driving an exotic lmao but you're not.

chrischhorn · 06-23-2013, 01:30 AM

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Originally Posted by nizmo370

^ too young to own a vette. Im in my early 20s. Doesnt have to be 400whp .. just shooting for a summer car that can keep up with alot of cars on the track.

I thought the exact same thing when I bought my Z. I bought when 23. Now about to be 25. Still in love with it and puts a smile on my face everytime I walk out to it :-)

nizmo370 · 06-23-2013, 02:38 AM

thanks guys i think i will go with the Z. Right now nismo 370s are going for about 35 - 40 grande its out of my budget but i think i will get the engine replaced and stick with it for a bit.

luigi90210 · 06-23-2013, 04:34 AM

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Originally Posted by nizmo370

^ Essentially i want a 400whp that can be daily driven in the summer and stored in winter. I can always TT the Z with the GTM kit but that would mean keeping the Z for a while

.

Another thing is that 400 whp can be achieved with the evo for probably about 5 grande give or take. With the Z i believe you would have to boost it to get those numbers which usually costed about 8-10 grande ffrom what ive been reading.

Leaning towards the Z alot more right now. The evo x is a mean looking beast but its no sports car.

it costs 6k for a turn key supercharger kit from both stillen and GTM(stage 1) and both of those kits will give you more than 400whp on 91
if you are looking for 400whp on a evo with the stock turbo, you will most likely have to tune for E85(i am not too sure about the evo x but the evo9 needed to be retuned for E85 to break 400whp on the stock turbo reliably, keyword being reliably)

get the 370z though

even stock, the 370z can hold its own against a bunch of cars that outclass it on the track, and boosting it will just make it better

nizmo370 · 06-23-2013, 11:23 PM

thanks for the info !!!

Nismo 370z it is. I dont think i would like driving a car which gets more attention from guys than chicks lol. Even though the evo x is a complete beast i think the nismo 370z is sexier. GTM TT FTW

onzedge · 06-24-2013, 12:07 AM

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Originally Posted by JARblue

He's barely a year in

ProfessorDave · 06-24-2013, 06:14 PM

I'll echo the thoughts about the RX-8 being more nimble, although I always felt some flex in the body, given the lack of B pillars. I prefer the Z. It feels planted, hugs the curves, and has more power than the Mazda.

Oh yeah, and the gas mileage...I managed no more than 18 mpg on the highway in the RX-8. I get 26 mpg highway driving with the Z. Not the main selling point of the car obviously, but that's a big difference. Fewer trips to the pumps as a result.

gsxr750 · 06-24-2013, 07:55 PM

I test drove an rx8 prior to buying my 370z and really liked the way the rx8 would rev all the way to red line, it was a lot of fun to drive and still stay with in the speed limit.

While the 370z has a lot more power and speed than the rx8 , to really appreciate the 370z you really need to drive it hard.

Originally I decided to buy a stock 2012 manual vette , but passed on it due to the paint being damaged.

In hind sight I really wish I would have gotten the vette due to its great looks and great low end torque that really makes them fun to drive.

My advice would be to pass on the Z and go for a new vette if you can afford one.

nizmo370 · 06-24-2013, 10:08 PM

^ im in my early 20s no way im getting into a vette lol. Getting the z is already a big hurdle cause im saving every penny right now lol.

gsxr750 · 06-24-2013, 11:10 PM

the mustang gt and Camaro are also very good choices and pump out around 400 hp. The 330hp of the z just aint enough

peleincubus · 06-25-2013, 12:40 AM

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Originally Posted by gsxr750

the mustang gt and Camaro are also very good choices and pump out around 400 hp. The 330hp of the z just aint enough

You should get a Nissan leaf

06-22-2013, 12:30 AM	#31 (permalink)
VQ370ZTT Base Member Join Date: Mar 2013 Location: Tucson Posts: 112 Drives: 370Z (King Kong) Rep Power: 12	370Z boosted is the only way to go, besides getting a GTR. __________________ "Why are you so serious? Because 2 Fast, 2 Serious." "I am the reason Waldo is hiding." - Chael P. Sonnen

06-23-2013, 11:23 PM	#39 (permalink)
nizmo370 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: toronto Posts: 70 Drives: on 4 wheels Rep Power: 13	thanks for the info !!! Nismo 370z it is. I dont think i would like driving a car which gets more attention from guys than chicks lol. Even though the evo x is a complete beast i think the nismo 370z is sexier. GTM TT FTW luigi90210 likes this.

06-24-2013, 06:14 PM	#41 (permalink)
ProfessorDave A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Scranton, PA Posts: 1,580 Drives: In the fairway Rep Power: 19	I'll echo the thoughts about the RX-8 being more nimble, although I always felt some flex in the body, given the lack of B pillars. I prefer the Z. It feels planted, hugs the curves, and has more power than the Mazda. Oh yeah, and the gas mileage...I managed no more than 18 mpg on the highway in the RX-8. I get 26 mpg highway driving with the Z. Not the main selling point of the car obviously, but that's a big difference. Fewer trips to the pumps as a result. __________________ Rain, snow, sleet, hail: 2009 Mazda 3 sGT HB Everything else: 2009 370z, PW Touring 6MT

06-22-2013, 09:00 AM	#34 (permalink)
nizmo370 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: toronto Posts: 70 Drives: on 4 wheels Rep Power: 13	^ too young to own a vette. Im in my early 20s. Doesnt have to be 400whp .. just shooting for a summer car that can keep up with alot of cars on the track.

06-23-2013, 01:12 AM	#35 (permalink)
2xtreme1 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Eastvale, California Age: 32 Posts: 494 Drives: 11' 370Z 7 A/T Sport Rep Power: 13	Z is just way to sexy! I don't think there is another car around the price range that gets the attention the Z does. The way people look at the car can make you feel like you're driving an exotic lmao but you're not.

06-23-2013, 02:38 AM	#37 (permalink)
nizmo370 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: toronto Posts: 70 Drives: on 4 wheels Rep Power: 13	thanks guys i think i will go with the Z. Right now nismo 370s are going for about 35 - 40 grande its out of my budget but i think i will get the engine replaced and stick with it for a bit.

06-24-2013, 07:55 PM	#42 (permalink)
gsxr750 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: west Posts: 443 Drives: 2012 370z man. sport Rep Power: 13	I test drove an rx8 prior to buying my 370z and really liked the way the rx8 would rev all the way to red line, it was a lot of fun to drive and still stay with in the speed limit. While the 370z has a lot more power and speed than the rx8 , to really appreciate the 370z you really need to drive it hard. Originally I decided to buy a stock 2012 manual vette , but passed on it due to the paint being damaged. In hind sight I really wish I would have gotten the vette due to its great looks and great low end torque that really makes them fun to drive. My advice would be to pass on the Z and go for a new vette if you can afford one.

06-24-2013, 10:08 PM	#43 (permalink)
nizmo370 Base Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: toronto Posts: 70 Drives: on 4 wheels Rep Power: 13	^ im in my early 20s no way im getting into a vette lol. Getting the z is already a big hurdle cause im saving every penny right now lol.

06-24-2013, 11:10 PM	#44 (permalink)
gsxr750 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2012 Location: west Posts: 443 Drives: 2012 370z man. sport Rep Power: 13	the mustang gt and Camaro are also very good choices and pump out around 400 hp. The 330hp of the z just aint enough