Z35 motor theory

Drakonis GTR

The biggest problem I can see with the partnership with MB is their own ego. What they did with Chrysler back in the day is a perfect example. Sure, they gave Chrysler a few items to add some style to what was a very boring vehicle lineup, but at the same time they were turning them into a redheaded stepchild that their own vehicles would easily out-shine. Sure, the Crossfire did alright, but it was specifically built low power so that it couldn't compete against anything in MB's lineup. Another beautiful example of this is what happened to the Chrysler ME412. A Chrysler designed super car with a quad-turbo AMG V12. Originally slated for production, never made it there. Why? Because it out-performed the Mclaren SLR, and cost a great deal less to R&D.

What's the point of my rant? Merely to say that I wouldn't rely on MB to do much to "improve" the Z. Chances are that if they started to make one that might give any of MB's cars a run for their money performance-wise, MB would have a tantrum and pull the plug.

Getting back to the original topic (I apologize for the tangent), I for one sincerely hope that they stay with the V6, as long as they can get the superior power out of it. If they want to resurrect the 240Z (or would it be 250Z in this case?), so be it, but give those of us who still believe the mantra "there's no replacement for displacement" something to work with.

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2009 Nissan 370Z Base w/ Sport Package
F.I . LTHs with Non-Resonated Cat-back exhaust (C.F.) / Stillen Gen3 CAI / Up-Rev Tune