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Originally Posted by Boxer-86
That's odd, I usually see at least one 370z everyday.. Though, I do see more 350s than 370s..
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That's odd to me as well. I hardly see one on daily basis. There're definitely more 350 and 370 on the roads.
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Originally Posted by Turbowned
You can get a certified pre-owned 370Z for about the same money as an FR-S/BRZ, which carries a warranty that is just as good, maybe better than the ones the twins carry. Nothing silly about comparing these two.
As long as they keep the basic principles: front engine, rear wheel drive, 2 seater, standard manual transmission with optional automatic. I hope they make it lighter and maybe a little more efficient, perhaps through direct injection. I wonder how the automatic fans would feel if Nissan offered a CVT in the next Z...
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The two cars have very similar dimension. Although some people may argue they aim for different group of customers, I personally disagree on that. When people shop for an "affordable" performance sports car, it doesn't matter for a college student, a young professional, or a mid-age man, these two cars would both be on the list to consider. For instance, I'm a young professional myself, and I would definitely consider the 86 if it had come out a yr earlier when the Z was pretty much the only choice I had then.
There have been rumors that the next Z will be downsized into turbo 4-cylinder and also lighter for sure. I'm not sure about the CVT on a sports car. CVT can't handle the torque like regular auto though.
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Originally Posted by madoka
The transmission in the GT-R is NOT pleasant or smooth and sounds like an old groaning clunker.
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Really? That's not what I have seen from most reviews. Most reviewers stated the GT-R transmission is very smooth and the car feels very powerful in every gear.