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I too was at this very same crossroad. The best way I could describe a 370z is....heavy. The car is powerful, the car handles well compared to competitors at the same weight/class, but strictly comparing the Z to an FR-s makes it feel heavy and clunky. It is no secret that the FR-S is slow in a straight line. Some people admit that the power is just enough, I personally feel the FR-S is very underpowered. I used to drive RB swapped s13 240s and own a Datsun 240z with a 383 chevy/5 speed. I know fast and the FR-S is far from it. I was like you, and read/viewed every review the interview had to offer regarding the FR-S.
It is true what everyone says. The FR-S provides a fun factor even at slow speeds simply because of its mandatory driver engagement. Everything from the ergonomic feel of the car, to the tight shifter feel, and responsive steering makes finding a parking spot enjoyable. I had the pleasure of driving the two cars back to back, with the FR-S being second. I could not believe how much fun I was having just puttin that thing through the streets--I didn't even goose it much during the test drive (for obvious reasons) and it felt funner than many cars I've driven in the past.
It's very hard to explain the feeling of "togetherness" the FR-S offers, especially in a sports car market that emphasizes horsepower wars. More importantly for me, however, is that the FR-S provided a better starting platform. I'm a modder, always have been always will be. With the weight advantage, the FR-S is just a mild forced induction package away from being on par with Z acceleration while keeping the balance/handling benefits that the Z does not have [out of the box].
Do yourself a favor and find a [good] dealer that will let you have 5 minutes behind the wheel. You will know what everyone is talking about when they say the FR-S is "fun."
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