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Notsud 13 · 11-18-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

That's why it sells more than the Z.

Its a bit more practical but those back seats are practically worthless. The trunk space of the g36 coupe is a joke as well. My friend picked the g37 over the Z untill we went and checked it out. Im 5'8" and i had a hard time sitting in the backseats of a g37.

I do like the g37s sedans though, but i wouldnt buy 1 just because im not really into luxury cars.

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b1adesofcha0s · 11-18-2011, 12:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Notsud 13

Its a bit more practical but those back seats are practically worthless. The trunk space of the g36 coupe is a joke as well. My friend picked the g37 over the Z untill we went and checked it out. Im 5'8" and i had a hard time sitting in the backseats of a g37.

I do like the g37s sedans though, but i wouldnt buy 1 just because im not really into luxury cars.

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Not really. You can easily fit kids in there. Space may be tight in the backseat, but it does exist and can be used if needed.

Notsud 13 · 11-18-2011, 12:38 PM

Thought i'd point this out....i think a lot of people choose the G because of its "wow" factor. Its all hype and everyone and their mom owns one around where im from. I remember when the g35 first came out, everyone was hopping on them thinking it was the ****.

Never gonna never gonna never gonna stop the fvcking hate train no!
-the meteors

Obviously joking around and somewhat hating
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370Zsteve · 11-18-2011, 01:17 PM

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Originally Posted by quicksilverCC

Everyone here might find this article as an interesting read: Nissan Z - 2013 Nissan Z - Future Sports Cars from Nissan at RoadandTrack.com

and hello, I recently bought a 370Z Nismo and I've been lurking around reading up on what I can. Thought I would say hi and join the community

Welcome!!!!

370Zsteve · 11-18-2011, 01:21 PM

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Originally Posted by azn370z

Infinti has so far this year sold about 80,000 cars and suvs combined. The z has sold about 7,000. The z shares the same engine, platform and transmission with the g, g coupe, fx, and ex. The z shares nothing with the Nissan line, not the 3.7 engine, fm platform, or the 7 speed transmission. I don't see Nissan getting rid of the g or the infiniti line and I don't see the z disappearing either.

Nissan FM platform - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

azn370z · 11-18-2011, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by 370Zsteve

Nissan FM platform - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

The new Z’s wheelbase is nearly four inches shorter than the previous generation Z (100.4 inches versus 104.3 inches), accomplished by moving the rear wheels forward in the 2nd generation FM platform, while overall length is reduced by 2.7 inches (167.1 inches versus 169.8 inches). At the same time, the overall width been increased by 1.3 inches, the rear track by 2.2 inches and overall height reduced by 0.3 inches, giving the 370Z a much more aggressive stance.

The 350z and g35 used 1st generation fm platform
The 370z and g37 use 2nd generation fm platform

http://www.nissannews.com/pressrelea...oupe-press-kit

shadoquad · 11-18-2011, 02:06 PM

Are you questioning wikipedia?

If so, then you are an ignoramus, which is defined on wikipedia as:

"Ignoramus is a college farce, a 1615 academic play by George Ruggle. Written in Latin (with passages in English and French), it was arguably the most famous and influential academic play of English Renaissance drama. Ruggle based his play on La Trappolaria (1596), an Italian comedy by Giambattista della Porta (which in turn borrows from the Pseudolus of Plautus). Your mom looks like Darth Vader. Howard Stern Baba Booie"

Spikuh · 11-18-2011, 03:07 PM

I am sure Nissan has something in the works for the next gen Z. I can see the bumps in power of the GTR for the next 2 years being a sign they are paying attention to the competition for the Z. I feel like they are trying to open up some room to grow the Z's power without it competing with the GTR in any way.

There are a lot of options they have available, but I would like to see them just add an electric motor that is good for 80 to 100 hp and keep the 3.7L engine. Maybe throw on DI as well. That should send the mpg up pretty considerably while at the same time bumping overall performance provided they stay on top of the suspension.

That or they need to drop a good 200 pounds.

sonic370 · 11-18-2011, 09:26 PM

most of you are sharp car guys and love the sport.....

i might be way off base and i hope i am because i realy love the Z. owned 2
the 350 and now the 370. but within the next 2 year models if nissan can't catch up to a base level mustang or camero im looking else where.

any one remember what happened to the fiero years ago.
when GM gave up on it. and no im not comparing the two cars.
the worst z made would kick any fiero's axx.

the next z needs to have some minor tweaks and some major hp added
or it won't even sell 7000 units.. everyone has an opinion.

mjd77 · 11-18-2011, 09:57 PM

Right or wrong, people in the US are all about the numbers. Personally, I think the Z is fine performance-wise the way it is. (really, unless you are going to track it, how much power do you need?) However, when people see the HP numbers of the Mustang GT, Camaro SS and the Z, and then the price tags of each, the Z will get passed up almost every time due to it's higher cost and lower power. The way the Yen is currently out of whack isn't gonna help companies like Mazda and Nissan going forward either.

6MT · 11-18-2011, 10:12 PM

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Originally Posted by shadoquad

Are you questioning wikipedia?

If so, then you are an ignoramus, which is defined on wikipedia as:

"Ignoramus is a college farce, a 1615 academic play by George Ruggle. Written in Latin (with passages in English and French), it was arguably the most famous and influential academic play of English Renaissance drama. Ruggle based his play on La Trappolaria (1596), an Italian comedy by Giambattista della Porta (which in turn borrows from the Pseudolus of Plautus). Your mom looks like Darth Vader. Howard Stern Baba Booie"

swish!

sojirovskensi · 11-18-2011, 11:17 PM

Nissan already has GTR, I don't see a point of making/investing $55k car to "match" with shelby.
If they decide to make 400zx TT, that'll be nice though

sonic370 · 11-19-2011, 06:46 PM

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Originally Posted by mjd77

Right or wrong, people in the US are all about the numbers. Personally, I think the Z is fine performance-wise the way it is. (really, unless you are going to track it, how much power do you need?) However, when people see the HP numbers of the Mustang GT, Camaro SS and the Z, and then the price tags of each, the Z will get passed up almost every time due to it's higher cost and lower power. The way the Yen is currently out of whack isn't gonna help companies like Mazda and Nissan going forward either.

Well said

oro · 11-19-2011, 11:46 PM

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Originally Posted by b1adesofcha0s

Not really. You can easily fit kids in there. Space may be tight in the backseat, but it does exist and can be used if needed.

My daughters car seat fits like a boss back there.

11-18-2011, 12:38 PM	#33 (permalink)
Notsud 13 Enthusiast Member Join Date: Oct 2011 Location: SoCal Posts: 353 Drives: '09 Nissan 370z Rep Power: 14	Thought i'd point this out....i think a lot of people choose the G because of its "wow" factor. Its all hype and everyone and their mom owns one around where im from. I remember when the g35 first came out, everyone was hopping on them thinking it was the ***. Never gonna never gonna never gonna stop the fvcking hate train no! -the meteors Obviously joking around and somewhat hating Smiley face (dont know how to add one in tapatalk) Sent from my DROID Pro using Tapatalk Last edited by Notsud 13; 11-18-2011 at 12:58 PM.*

11-18-2011, 09:57 PM	#40 (permalink)
mjd77 Base Member Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: Port Washington, WI Age: 47 Posts: 183 Drives: 2004 RX-8 Rep Power: 16	Right or wrong, people in the US are all about the numbers. Personally, I think the Z is fine performance-wise the way it is. (really, unless you are going to track it, how much power do you need?) However, when people see the HP numbers of the Mustang GT, Camaro SS and the Z, and then the price tags of each, the Z will get passed up almost every time due to it's higher cost and lower power. The way the Yen is currently out of whack isn't gonna help companies like Mazda and Nissan going forward either. Last edited by mjd77; 11-18-2011 at 10:00 PM.

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