STI or 370Z

memorylasts · 05-12-2012, 03:28 PM

Just looking for some feedback about real life driving differences... I'm contemplating the jump as I could use the space of the hatch...

I know the STI isn't a true "sports car" but it appears to be fun, and have a much larger after market available.

Just looking for some things that made you change one way or the other, I'm not looking to start a **** fight...I've done my research got the basic differences down... just wondering personal opinions on it from those who have made the jump.

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FairladyZ · 05-12-2012, 03:34 PM

Despite having 4 doors, its still pretty nimble. The handling is ridiculous, the low end torque is insane, modding it with simple bolt ons increases horsepower easy.

The boxer sounds dope

I don't think it looks as nice as the Z's lines, but still looks great for a hatchback.

Stock vs stock i like the z better for the overall package, but you can't go wrong. I had an 05 sti which i loved, but sold for reasons. I enjoyed every bit of that car. Oh and i love the clutch response and feel of the subarus.

memorylasts · 05-12-2012, 03:48 PM

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Originally Posted by FairladyZ

Despite having 4 doors, its still pretty nimble. The handling is ridiculous, the low end torque is insane, modding it with simple bolt ons increases horsepower easy.

The boxer sounds dope

I don't think it looks as nice as the Z's lines, but still looks great for a hatchback.

Stock vs stock i like the z better for the overall package, but you can't go wrong. I had an 05 sti which i loved, but sold for reasons. I enjoyed every bit of that car. Oh and i love the clutch response and feel of the subarus.

Thanks for the quick reply!

Sorry mods! Thanks for moving my post!

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LakeShow · 05-12-2012, 06:21 PM

I feel the only car I would compare to the STi would be the Evo and vise versa. The Z I feel has 1 up on the STi. Not in the performance sense but rather in the overall car. Z is 100% built with more quality from interior to exterior. Z is significantly more rare than a STi, and not to mention it looks better and attracts quite a bit of attention. Nowadays the WRX looks just like a STi and there are so many of them.
The STi is a fun and great car also, if I needed a AWD 4 door sporty car I would definitely get it. If you don't need AWD or 4 doors go for the Z, it won't disappoint.

memorylasts · 05-12-2012, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by LakeShow

I feel the only car I would compare to the STi would be the Evo and vise versa. The Z I feel has 1 up on the STi. Not in the performance sense but rather in the overall car. Z is 100% built with more quality from interior to exterior. Z is significantly more rare than a STi, and not to mention it looks better and attracts quite a bit of attention. Nowadays the WRX looks just like a STi and there are so many of them.
The STi is a fun and great car also, if I needed a AWD 4 door sporty car I would definitely get it. If you don't need AWD or 4 doors go for the Z, it won't disappoint.

i totally agree in the evo vs sti comment.

I checked one out again today, ive looked at them over the years (06, 08, 10)
always disappointed by the interior, but i still want to try it try it... not just drive it for 5 minutes.

IDK i see them but i wouldn't mind blending in.... for once.

My big reason is, interior space and a back seat, neither of which i need full time, but would be nice to have, when i do need it.

idk...

bigsix · 05-13-2012, 11:55 PM

It seems to me there is a mutual respect among Subaru WRX/STI drivers and Nissan Z drivers... like a mutual attraction for eachother's cars.

If your reason is more space inside and a back seat, then a Sti would definitely be functional.

A Z has some space underneath the hatch if you just need a little bit of room.

You could look at a used Boxster, too. There's actually pretty good storage space in front of the driver under the 'hood'. It seems the engine is kind of hard to get to though..

Z1st · 06-24-2012, 06:31 AM

There is a lot of good input. Thanks! I now just have to find the one. And get back from overseas. but this will all keep me entertained till then.

UNKNOWN_370 · 11-21-2016, 04:41 PM

https://youtu.be/Uw1TwJvfCZo

BboyZ · 11-21-2016, 05:00 PM

Don't remember where I see this video, the guy don't even know the engine size of the car his driving. He Sucks!!!

05-12-2012, 03:28 PM	#106 (permalink)
memorylasts A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 1,125 Drives: Cars... Rep Power: 17	370 to STI or STI to 370 Just looking for some feedback about real life driving differences... I'm contemplating the jump as I could use the space of the hatch... I know the STI isn't a true "sports car" but it appears to be fun, and have a much larger after market available. Just looking for some things that made you change one way or the other, I'm not looking to start a **** fight...I've done my research got the basic differences down... just wondering personal opinions on it from those who have made the jump. Sent from my ROIDED out communication device. __________________ somewhat-journal-thingy

05-12-2012, 06:21 PM	#109 (permalink)
LakeShow A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: L.I., NY Posts: 5,307 Drives: Everything Rep Power: 26	I feel the only car I would compare to the STi would be the Evo and vise versa. The Z I feel has 1 up on the STi. Not in the performance sense but rather in the overall car. Z is 100% built with more quality from interior to exterior. Z is significantly more rare than a STi, and not to mention it looks better and attracts quite a bit of attention. Nowadays the WRX looks just like a STi and there are so many of them. The STi is a fun and great car also, if I needed a AWD 4 door sporty car I would definitely get it. If you don't need AWD or 4 doors go for the Z, it won't disappoint. __________________ \|2013 Audi S4\|Ibis White/Black\|S-Tronic P+\| \|2013 370z\|PearlWhite/Persimmon\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|F.I. CBE 18" CF\| \|Sold\|2011 370z\|Gun Metallic\|Touring/Sport/Nav\|

11-21-2016, 04:41 PM	#113 (permalink)
UNKNOWN_370 A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: ny'r livn in tx Posts: 8,687 Drives: well over 130m.p.h. Rep Power: 14858	https://youtu.be/Uw1TwJvfCZo __________________ Favorite Quote. "I'm not gonna kill you... I'm just gonna Bash Your Face In" Jack Nicholson-"The Shining". 1980

11-21-2016, 05:00 PM	#114 (permalink)
BboyZ Enthusiast Member Join Date: Aug 2015 Location: Arizona Posts: 446 Drives: 2016 Z34 Nismo Rep Power: 10	Don't remember where I see this video, the guy don't even know the engine size of the car his driving. He Sucks!!! sunkist350z likes this.

05-12-2012, 03:34 PM	#107 (permalink)
FairladyZ Track Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 850 Drives: 2012 370Z TRNG SPRT Rep Power: 18	Despite having 4 doors, its still pretty nimble. The handling is ridiculous, the low end torque is insane, modding it with simple bolt ons increases horsepower easy. The boxer sounds dope I don't think it looks as nice as the Z's lines, but still looks great for a hatchback. Stock vs stock i like the z better for the overall package, but you can't go wrong. I had an 05 sti which i loved, but sold for reasons. I enjoyed every bit of that car. Oh and i love the clutch response and feel of the subarus.

05-13-2012, 11:55 PM	#111 (permalink)
bigsix A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Sep 2011 Location: Thailand Posts: 2,227 Drives: Honda City/Mazda 2 Rep Power: 19	It seems to me there is a mutual respect among Subaru WRX/STI drivers and Nissan Z drivers... like a mutual attraction for eachother's cars. If your reason is more space inside and a back seat, then a Sti would definitely be functional. A Z has some space underneath the hatch if you just need a little bit of room. You could look at a used Boxster, too. There's actually pretty good storage space in front of the driver under the 'hood'. It seems the engine is kind of hard to get to though..

06-24-2012, 06:31 AM	#112 (permalink)
Z1st Base Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Location: jacksonville Posts: 62 Drives: 2005 chevy silverado Rep Power: 13	There is a lot of good input. Thanks! I now just have to find the one. And get back from overseas. but this will all keep me entertained till then.