CONFLICT!! WHAT TO DO: 370z or Lotus Exige S

theDreamer · 10-05-2009, 01:26 PM

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Originally Posted by shumby

i like reason #6

I like you!!

DuNw/4BanGerZ · 10-05-2009, 02:03 PM

I had the same choice before i got the Z. I wish i woulda gone with a Lotus. Both car are great, but that Lotus just looks like "MONEYYYY"!!! gotta love it.

370Ztune · 10-05-2009, 03:11 PM

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Originally Posted by Endgame

You read it.. I am very confused now and do not know what I should get!!! I went for a ride in an Exige S and was VERY impressed!!

I am now not sure what I want to do!?!? The Exige is a pure track monster and would be a rough DD, but since I do not drive that much, it would not be too much of a hardship.....

Can anyone offer any points of consideration for me?!?!

I say get a 370Z with Amuse goodies

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-Hunter

Endgame · 10-05-2009, 03:38 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Ztune

I say get a 370Z with Amuse goodies

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-Hunter

I am not opposed to that!!!!!

awesomez · 10-05-2009, 03:58 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

5 people expect lotus to be fast... doesn't live up to its rep... z will outperform its rep

I don't really know how you came to this conclusion but Exige S actually wipes the floor with Z. If you are talking about elise or just regular exige, they are comparable but Exige S is a different story.

ZYUL8R · 10-05-2009, 07:16 PM

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Originally Posted by JoeD

Power/weight ratios tell you absolutely nothing about how fast a car is...

um...absolutely nothing? LOL...come on. I disagree.

Brazilbro · 10-05-2009, 07:19 PM

2009 Lotus Exige S 260
Base price $76,120
Price as tested $79,420
Vehicle layout Mid-engine, RWD, 2-pass, 2-door coupe
Engine 1.8L/257-hp/174-lb-ft supercharged DOHC 16-valve I-4
Transmission 6-speed manual
Curb weight (f/r dist) 2032 lb (38/62%)
Wheelbase 90.5 in
Length x width x height 149.5 x 68.0 x 45.6 in
0-60 mph 4.3 sec
Quarter mile 13.0 sec @ 107.9 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph 105 ft
Lateral acceleration 1.02 g (avg)
MT Figure Eight 24.7 sec @ 0.76 g (avg)
EPA city/hwy fuel econ 20/26 mpg
CO2 emissions 0.87 lb/mile

not mopping the floor by any means..
stops 3ft shorter then the Z
.1 sec faster in the 1/4
.22 lat G's better handleing
the only thing it really has is the .6 sec faster 0-60
doesnt justifly the price for me

ZYUL8R · 10-05-2009, 07:25 PM

I chose the Z over getting a Z06...based on travis's reasons above...they are true. For me #3 is not there, but ive had so many Zs that it made #5 very strong. I feel i shoulda got the Z06 instead after owning the Z for a while. However that doesn't mean im unhappy...i love the Z...if you decide to get one...it is real good at what it does.

Plasmaball · 10-05-2009, 07:33 PM

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Originally Posted by travisjb

hey by the way, looks like you can pick this one up for prob about $35k

2006 Lotus Exige SC Spec Sheet

mini batmobile. Makes me wish i was a midget with a cape

travisjb · 10-05-2009, 08:11 PM

go get em tiger !

RCZ · 10-05-2009, 08:43 PM

I havent read the whole thread and I don't want to be influenced by anyone else's opinion. I think this is a pretty silly question. Completely different cars. If you want a completely focused and uncompromising driving experience that will not be your daily driver, then get the Exige. Sorry folks, I love my Z, but its a heavy ax compared to the medically precise Lotus. On the other hand, if you don't have at least a porsche cayanne as your daily, then chances are the lotus is out of the question. (figuratively speaking for those of you that "dont get it") It is a track toy. If you don't need a track toy then this isn't a choice. If you can't run -3 camber at least all around on R-comps constantly on the car or if you need AC (regardless of whether it has it or not) at any point when driving the car, then get the z.

As far as performance...Stock for stock I'd put my money on the exige. Which car would I rather drive around the track modded? The exige. Which car would I have if I had a second car? The exige. Which car is better for me? The Z. Its more practical and much more of a daily driver than the Lotus. The Z is also a lot more fun to drive around the city. You can't use the finesse of the exige on normal roads and the straight line acceleration isnt exactly mind blowing.

If you are interested in the driving excitement, but you need the practicality and day-to-day of the Z, then get the Z and get a Kart for the weekends. Then mod the Z and enjoy it. I think that's what I'm gonna be doing sooner than later instead of pretending my Z is a race car.

shabarivas · 10-05-2009, 08:58 PM

well said .. but that should not limit you from taking your Z to its limit at the track - which can also be very fun - just not as fun as a lotus

awesomez · 10-05-2009, 09:00 PM

These are the Exige S stats I am familiar with.

Price: $76,120 (including destination)
Engine: mid mounted 1.8 liter supercharged inline-4
Max Power: 257 hp @ 8,000 RPM
Max Torque: 174 ft-lbs @ 6000 rpm
Transmission: · 6-Speed Close Ratio with Uprated Clutch Plate and Cover
Drive Type: RWD
Top Speed: 150 mph
0-60 MPH: 4 seconds (0-100 MPH: 10 seconds)
Curb weight: 2,020 pounds
EPA Fuel Economy Estimates: 20 mpg / 26 mpg / 22 mpg (city/highway/combined)
Final Assembly Point: Hethel in Norfolk U.K.

GingaBreadMan · 10-05-2009, 09:25 PM

I wonder what the Lotus can do from 80mph and above. I have learned that the 335i and Evo X MR are no match for the 370z at those speeds.

DooDooBrown · 10-05-2009, 11:14 PM

Lotus!! You don't drive that much, and damn, the thing just looks pure butsecks!

10-05-2009, 07:25 PM	#53 (permalink)
ZYUL8R Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Corpus Christi, tx Posts: 140 Drives: 09 370z T/S, 03 S2K Rep Power: 16	I chose the Z over getting a Z06...based on travis's reasons above...they are true. For me #3 is not there, but ive had so many Zs that it made #5 very strong. I feel i shoulda got the Z06 instead after owning the Z for a while. However that doesn't mean im unhappy...i love the Z...if you decide to get one...it is real good at what it does. __________________ Old enough to know, but too young to care.

10-05-2009, 08:11 PM	#55 (permalink)
travisjb A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: GSO Posts: 2,803 Drives: VIR Rep Power: 188	go get em tiger ! __________________ 2009 370Z #104 For Sale

10-05-2009, 09:25 PM	#59 (permalink)
GingaBreadMan Enthusiast Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: New York Posts: 313 Drives: 09 370z Sport 6spd Rep Power: 16	I wonder what the Lotus can do from 80mph and above. I have learned that the 335i and Evo X MR are no match for the 370z at those speeds. __________________ ClearBra/Debadging/Tinted Head & Taillights Coming Soon:180° Customs Headlights/ISS Forged Spyder 19" 265*305/Swift Springs/STS Rear Mount Turbo

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DuNw/4BanGerZ Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Virginia Beach Age: 41 Posts: 92 Drives: 2009 370Z MB M6 w/sp Rep Power: 16	I had the same choice before i got the Z. I wish i woulda gone with a Lotus. Both car are great, but that Lotus just looks like "MONEYYYY"!!! gotta love it.

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Brazilbro A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Indianapolis, IN Posts: 1,131 Drives: Juke/240Z Rep Power: 848	2009 Lotus Exige S 260 Base price $76,120 Price as tested $79,420 Vehicle layout Mid-engine, RWD, 2-pass, 2-door coupe Engine 1.8L/257-hp/174-lb-ft supercharged DOHC 16-valve I-4 Transmission 6-speed manual Curb weight (f/r dist) 2032 lb (38/62%) Wheelbase 90.5 in Length x width x height 149.5 x 68.0 x 45.6 in 0-60 mph 4.3 sec Quarter mile 13.0 sec @ 107.9 mph Braking, 60-0 mph 105 ft Lateral acceleration 1.02 g (avg) MT Figure Eight 24.7 sec @ 0.76 g (avg) EPA city/hwy fuel econ 20/26 mpg CO2 emissions 0.87 lb/mile not mopping the floor by any means.. stops 3ft shorter then the Z .1 sec faster in the 1/4 .22 lat G's better handleing the only thing it really has is the .6 sec faster 0-60 doesnt justifly the price for me

10-05-2009, 08:43 PM	#56 (permalink)
RCZ A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Miami Posts: 6,403 Drives: '09 370Z Rep Power: 1119	I havent read the whole thread and I don't want to be influenced by anyone else's opinion. I think this is a pretty silly question. Completely different cars. If you want a completely focused and uncompromising driving experience that will not be your daily driver, then get the Exige. Sorry folks, I love my Z, but its a heavy ax compared to the medically precise Lotus. On the other hand, if you don't have at least a porsche cayanne as your daily, then chances are the lotus is out of the question. (figuratively speaking for those of you that "dont get it") It is a track toy. If you don't need a track toy then this isn't a choice. If you can't run -3 camber at least all around on R-comps constantly on the car or if you need AC (regardless of whether it has it or not) at any point when driving the car, then get the z. As far as performance...Stock for stock I'd put my money on the exige. Which car would I rather drive around the track modded? The exige. Which car would I have if I had a second car? The exige. Which car is better for me? The Z. Its more practical and much more of a daily driver than the Lotus. The Z is also a lot more fun to drive around the city. You can't use the finesse of the exige on normal roads and the straight line acceleration isnt exactly mind blowing. If you are interested in the driving excitement, but you need the practicality and day-to-day of the Z, then get the Z and get a Kart for the weekends. Then mod the Z and enjoy it. I think that's what I'm gonna be doing sooner than later instead of pretending my Z is a race car.

10-05-2009, 08:58 PM	#57 (permalink)
shabarivas A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 2,188 Drives: 370z MB 6mt Rep Power: 914	well said .. but that should not limit you from taking your Z to its limit at the track - which can also be very fun - just not as fun as a lotus

10-05-2009, 09:00 PM	#58 (permalink)
awesomez Base Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: VA Posts: 199 Drives: 09 370Z Touring 7AT Rep Power: 16	These are the Exige S stats I am familiar with. Price: $76,120 (including destination) Engine: mid mounted 1.8 liter supercharged inline-4 Max Power: 257 hp @ 8,000 RPM Max Torque: 174 ft-lbs @ 6000 rpm Transmission: · 6-Speed Close Ratio with Uprated Clutch Plate and Cover Drive Type: RWD Top Speed: 150 mph 0-60 MPH: 4 seconds (0-100 MPH: 10 seconds) Curb weight: 2,020 pounds EPA Fuel Economy Estimates: 20 mpg / 26 mpg / 22 mpg (city/highway/combined) Final Assembly Point: Hethel in Norfolk U.K.

10-05-2009, 11:14 PM	#60 (permalink)
DooDooBrown Base Member Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Ranson, WV Posts: 178 Drives: 09 370 Touring w/spt Rep Power: 16	Lotus!! You don't drive that much, and damn, the thing just looks pure butsecks!