Nismo Vs. Non-Nismo

SMcK23 · 08-30-2009, 09:43 PM

Just wondering from ppl who have driven both the Nismo and non-Nismo if the performance is significantly different on the street (not when tracking the car)...?

ssqpolo · 08-30-2009, 10:07 PM

ive driven both. really not much difference at all.

HKYStormFront · 08-30-2009, 11:14 PM

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Originally Posted by ssqpolo

ive driven both. really not much difference at all.

agree

nogoodname · 08-30-2009, 10:12 PM

Nismo = Seats + Bodykit + Rims + Muffler........that's pretty much it

Lug · 08-30-2009, 11:07 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

Nismo = Seats + Bodykit + Rims + Muffler........that's pretty much it

Different spring rates, additional braces on the front support structure, and vibration dampers.

tru_Asiatik · 08-31-2009, 01:59 AM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

Nismo = Seats + Bodykit + Rims + Muffler........that's pretty much it

doesnt it include a nismo ecu tune also??

THE_Gnizzil · 09-01-2009, 01:42 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

Nismo = Seats + Bodykit + Rims + Muffler........that's pretty much it

And don't forget, the NISMO is also heavier

nogoodname · 08-30-2009, 11:11 PM

better off using the extra cash to buy a nismo into aftermarket parts on a base+sports Z

JoeD · 08-30-2009, 11:24 PM

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Originally Posted by nogoodname

better off using the extra cash to buy a nismo into aftermarket parts on a base+sports Z

Unfortunately, that's not a reality for the target-market of this car. These cars are laughably financed to the till, evident from the many "How much did you put down?" threads. The NISMO's $40K price is stretched out over 5 years, where as the cost of after-market parts of the $Δ between the models will have to be paid in cash immediately after purchase (I want to assume that people are not retarded enough to finance mods

). Not all that feasible when it seems as though a $5K down-payment is hard to come by for some.

Besides, the whole "Buy a lesser model and mod it to be better" argument is lame for any car.

shabarivas · 09-18-2009, 11:15 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeD

Unfortunately, that's not a reality for the target-market of this car. These cars are laughably financed to the till, evident from the many "How much did you put down?" threads. The NISMO's $40K price is stretched out over 5 years, where as the cost of after-market parts of the $Δ between the models will have to be paid in cash immediately after purchase (I want to assume that people are not retarded enough to finance mods

). Not all that feasible when it seems as though a $5K down-payment is hard to come by for some.

Besides, the whole "Buy a lesser model and mod it to be better" argument is lame for any car.

Well thats not it is it? Its the same car w/ a body kit + some go fast mods + springs... which I can do as well... Its not like the 350z which was an entirely different animal between the Nismo and regular ones... The seam welded chassis... etc etc... but now - it literally IS a body kit + exhuast + different coils + wheels.... which I CAN do...

And if you are retarded enough to pay the 40k for a nismo... then why not 33k + 7k in mods lol... its all the same...

And Yes people do finance mods... not I ... but people do it all the time...

Outrun · 09-18-2009, 11:39 AM

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Originally Posted by shabarivas

Well thats not it is it? Its the same car w/ a body kit + some go fast mods + springs... which I can do as well... Its not like the 350z which was an entirely different animal between the Nismo and regular ones... The seam welded chassis... etc etc... but now - it literally IS a body kit + exhuast + different coils + wheels.... which I CAN do...

And if you are retarded enough to pay the 40k for a nismo... then why not 33k + 7k in mods lol... its all the same...

And Yes people do finance mods... not I ... but people do it all the time...

I wouldn't pay 40k for a nismo either. You can get them for less.

And let's keep the cheap shots out of your posts shall we?

nogoodname · 08-30-2009, 11:51 PM

but the mods on the Nismo give like what...5hp....lol

exhaust, intakes do nothing but noise...... it's a waste.

buying a nismo is for sake of owning a nismo... authenticity
and the exterior upgrades.....that's it.

skydvr · 08-31-2009, 12:05 AM

Don't buy a Nismo get a base + sport or a touring + sport you will be better off. Nismos are slower and uglier than the original 370Z.

mrmixitup · 08-31-2009, 02:17 AM

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Originally Posted by skydvr

Don't buy a Nismo get a base + sport or a touring + sport you will be better off. Nismos are slower and uglier than the original 370Z.

The Nismo front bumper adds 6 inches to the total length of the car. As if the car wasn't long enough already.

Blown32 · 08-31-2009, 10:50 AM

Not worth the money unless all you are looking for is "bragging rights of owning a Nismo"!
It's a shame but Nissan dropped the ball on this one.Of course it is a good marketing gig for them as many of there parts are.I also question the 18hp they rate there performance exhaust at?Seriously doubt that there as good as some aftermarket set ups?
I always believed the Japs were on top of there game but maybe they have picked up on how easy we are in america!We are easy game for gimmicks and with the issues of the 370 and now the Nismo I believe they have caught on to us!
I must say the Gismo or should I say the Nismo is a good looking car but way over priced.

08-30-2009, 09:43 PM	#1 (permalink)
SMcK23 Base Member Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: AZ Posts: 191 Drives: Altima 2.5-want a Z! Rep Power: 17	Nismo Vs. Non-Nismo Just wondering from ppl who have driven both the Nismo and non-Nismo if the performance is significantly different on the street (not when tracking the car)...?

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ssqpolo Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Florida Posts: 882 Drives: '12 Black Nismo Rep Power: 268	ive driven both. really not much difference at all.

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	Nismo = Seats + Bodykit + Rims + Muffler........that's pretty much it

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nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	better off using the extra cash to buy a nismo into aftermarket parts on a base+sports Z

08-30-2009, 11:51 PM	#12 (permalink)
nogoodname Lifetime Premium Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Montreal Posts: 22,357 Drives: E46 M3 Rep Power: 1765	but the mods on the Nismo give like what...5hp....lol exhaust, intakes do nothing but noise...... it's a waste. buying a nismo is for sake of owning a nismo... authenticity and the exterior upgrades.....that's it.

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skydvr Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Yuma, AZ Posts: 66 Drives: 370Z Nismo PG #0020 Rep Power: 17	Don't buy a Nismo get a base + sport or a touring + sport you will be better off. Nismos are slower and uglier than the original 370Z.

08-31-2009, 10:50 AM	#15 (permalink)
Blown32 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: N.J. Posts: 289 Drives: 09 370Z Blk sport 6T Rep Power: 16	Not worth the money unless all you are looking for is "bragging rights of owning a Nismo"! It's a shame but Nissan dropped the ball on this one.Of course it is a good marketing gig for them as many of there parts are.I also question the 18hp they rate there performance exhaust at?Seriously doubt that there as good as some aftermarket set ups? I always believed the Japs were on top of there game but maybe they have picked up on how easy we are in america!We are easy game for gimmicks and with the issues of the 370 and now the Nismo I believe they have caught on to us! I must say the Gismo or should I say the Nismo is a good looking car but way over priced.