My Impressions of the NISMO 370Z VS Touring

JoeyD · 09-22-2009, 05:45 PM

Comparing Touring (non-sport) 7AT to Nismo. Hope that clarifies any questions.

In addition to the coils are the front and rear body dampers. As well as the addition of positive downforce as apposed to negative in non-sport, and neutral in sport configuration. I had almost 23K miles on my first 370 (suspensions are the same on sport and non-sport 370Zs only the wheels, tires(both of the former i have addressed), brakes, and differential differ. Say what you will about the Nismo, but I'll bet my bottom dollar that in the hands of an unbiased professional driver (read as "the stig") the Nismo will be measurably faster than both the base and sport 370Z.

chief_Roka · 09-23-2009, 12:23 AM

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Originally Posted by JoeyD

Comparing Touring (non-sport) 7AT to Nismo. Hope that clarifies any questions.

In addition to the coils are the front and rear body dampers. As well as the addition of positive downforce as apposed to negative in non-sport, and neutral in sport configuration. I had almost 23K miles on my first 370 (suspensions are the same on sport and non-sport 370Zs only the wheels, tires(both of the former i have addressed), brakes, and differential differ. Say what you will about the Nismo, but I'll bet my bottom dollar that in the hands of an unbiased professional driver (read as "the stig") the Nismo will be measurably faster than both the base and sport 370Z.

Well, we kno edmunds sucks... but C&D hav some serious drivers. They always pull the highest times than the rest of the mags. They pulled 5.2 n 13.5 in a 1500 mile car.
They expecting after a few months of break in. Maybe 4.8 13.3
Which is still .02 seconds slower than 7at spt pkg. I mean no big deal of difference but...
The extra stuff does give a handling advantage in the nismo. More downforce, etc... but the nismo also adds like 67lbs in junk n the 18hp doesn't even give it any edge.
Don't get me wrong. I'm sure it has some impressive attributes. But for 6k I can make it a 1.02 g handler myself which would be .03 more than nismo n remove 80 lbs more n see me doin it 4.3/12.7

Greg · 09-23-2009, 07:12 AM

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Originally Posted by chief_Roka

But for 6k I can make it a 1.02 g handler myself which would be .03 more than nismo n remove 80 lbs more n see me doin it 4.3/12.7

Nothing personal but..That's still just the age old tale of comparing a modded car with a stock one. Prices aside.. I always say, for it to be fair. Both cars would have to have the same amount of "extra modifications" . So the Nismo with an 80lb diet and a 6k expense account?

So how would both cars compare now?

chief_Roka · 09-24-2009, 11:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Greg

Nothing personal but..That's still just the age old tale of comparing a modded car with a stock one. Prices aside.. I always say, for it to be fair. Both cars would have to have the same amount of "extra modifications" . So the Nismo with an 80lb diet and a 6k expense account?

So how would both cars compare now?

Good question.

I just don't see how an 8 extra inches help the car.
Don't really care about 20 NISMO MONIKERS.
And that extra .01G comes from wider tired only judging by mod specs!
The 18hp is good but wat does it translate in rwhp.
7400rpm reflash is ok but how is it aiding in better track times?
See the NISMO is not quite stock. Its facory mod. Which is a middle ground.
It can be challeged by mildly modded vehicles as well as stock.
The nismo has alotta cool stuff but just doesn't seem to be projecting superiority over the sport package.
What NISMO COULDA USED.
Stiffened chassis
More weight reduction. Should be 50lbs lighter not 80 heavier.
Headers shoulda been in the package

Truth is. Nismo doesn't have a competitor at 35 to 45k
So it gets its respect in the general auto market.
BUT IN HOUSE. Z AGAINST Z.
It doesn't prove itself a worthy contender at 6 to 7 more grand.
I DO BELIEVE BY 2011 OR 2012 IT WILL BE. WHAT IT SHOULD BE NOW THOUGH!
I have faith in Nissan to improve its flaws. They always do though its never as fast as we like it 2 b. Lol
I think the 370z is better than the 350. But I think the 350 NISMO WAS A MUCH MORE SERIOUS TRACK CAR.

MeetJoeAsian · 11-18-2009, 11:07 AM

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Originally Posted by chief_Roka

Good question.

I just don't see how an 8 extra inches help the car. I don't really care about 20" NISMO MONIKERS, and that extra .01G comes from wider tires only judging by mod specs! The 18hp is good but wat does it translate in rwhp? The 7400rpm reflash is ok but how is it aiding in better track times? See, the NISMO is not quite stock. It's factory mod, which is a middle ground. However, it can be challenged by mildly modded vehicles as well as stock. The Nismo has a lot of cool stuff, but it just doesn't seem to be projecting superiority over the sport package.

What the NISMO COULD HAVE USED:
-Stiffened chassis
-More weight reduction. Should be 50lbs lighter not 80 heavier.
-Headers should have been in the package

Truth is, the Nismo doesn't have a competitor at 35 to 45k, so it gets its respect in the general auto market. BUT IN HOUSE, Z AGAINST Z, It doesn't prove itself a worthy contender at 6 to 7 grand more. THOUGH, I DO BELIEVE BY 2011 OR 2012, IT WILL BE WHAT IT SHOULD BE NOW! I have faith in Nissan to improve its flaws. They always do, though its never as fast as we like it to be. Lol

I think the 370z is better than the 350. But I think the 350 NISMO WAS A MUCH MORE SERIOUS TRACK CAR.

ok, now I can reread...hehehe

09-22-2009, 05:45 PM	#1 (permalink)
JoeyD Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Raeford, NC Posts: 305 Drives: 09 NISMO 370Z Rep Power: 187	Comparing Touring (non-sport) 7AT to Nismo. Hope that clarifies any questions. In addition to the coils are the front and rear body dampers. As well as the addition of positive downforce as apposed to negative in non-sport, and neutral in sport configuration. I had almost 23K miles on my first 370 (suspensions are the same on sport and non-sport 370Zs only the wheels, tires(both of the former i have addressed), brakes, and differential differ. Say what you will about the Nismo, but I'll bet my bottom dollar that in the hands of an unbiased professional driver (read as "the stig") the Nismo will be measurably faster than both the base and sport 370Z. __________________ When was the last time you did 230MPH in something with 4 seats?

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