FR-S/BRZ vs. Genesis Coupe - Page 120 - Toyota GR86, 86, FR-S and Subaru BRZ Forum & Owners Community

Hanzo · 03-17-2012, 09:07 AM

Of all the reviews I've read about the Genesis coupe none were as great as the BRZ/FR-S. Most actually said they would spend more and get a 370z or mustang/camaro.

Turbowned · 03-17-2012, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Hanzo

Of all the reviews I've read about the Genesis coupe none were as great as the BRZ/FR-S. Most actually said they would spend more and get a 370z or mustang/camaro.

THIS.

If I were in the market for a 3,000+lb car, well, I'd stick with my damn Audi because it blows every other car out of the water! But I'm looking for something light, quick and focused to replace my aging MR2. The Gen coupe/370Z/Mustang/Camaro are too big, heavy, and unrefined for my taste.

SUB-FT86 · 03-17-2012, 10:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Hanzo

Of all the reviews I've read about the Genesis coupe none were as great as the BRZ/FR-S. Most actually said they would spend more and get a 370z or mustang/camaro.

None of them mentioned the Camaro and I read all of them. The only reason the reviews mentioned the Mustang is because of pricing being closer to the 5.0 base for a 3.8 R Spec. The Z on the other hand is more sharper but the others are more powerful.

Hanzo · 03-17-2012, 10:46 AM

I think there was a comparo of the V6 RWD on MT last year on Genesis coupe, Mustang V6, Camaro V6.

Baldeagle · 03-17-2012, 11:07 AM

4.8 seconds must be a mistake. That engine sounds like it came right from the Sonata turbo, which also weighs about 3,400 lbs. I’m pretty sure the Sonata turbo is about 6.2 seconds to 60 mph. Even with a manual transmission and a strong launch, it makes no sense the Genesis Coupe would be 1.5 seconds faster to 60 mph. As already mentioned, 5.8 seconds to 60 mph is plausible.

meldarred · 03-17-2012, 11:27 AM

Way too many people are focused on numbers. Drive both cars and make an educated decision.

I have driven a 2010 GC 3.8 without the track pack, and it was a decent car. However, I didn't find it to be an exciting car ride. It looks great on paper, but for me it wasn't something I would have enjoyed driving day in and day out.

My STI on the other hand has been an absolute blast to drive from day one. It is like one big roller coaster ride. Not necessary for everyone, but it was what I found so attractive about the car.

SVTSHC · 03-17-2012, 11:41 AM

Do not feed the troll

dori. · 03-17-2012, 01:03 PM

Can speak for you but I don't buy numbers, I buy cars.

arkybrz · 03-17-2012, 01:03 PM

A. The redesigned GC is hideous

B. It has possibly the worst manual transmission I've ever driven: it can't shift smoothly, revs hang b/w shifts, rubbery feel. It's awful.

thDAVISor · 03-17-2012, 01:08 PM

Holy crap this thread?

While being a terrible first post, in the wrong Sub Forum and a paper vs paper comparison. Some of the people in this place have the thickest, longest, spiked sticks shoved so far up their asses its rivaling NASIOC! Mods lock this and and direct him to the VS. Gencoupe thread, stop letting this asshat party go on. End rant have a good day everyone.

bestwheelbase · 03-17-2012, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Guff

it's almost 3600 lbs... Fancy carpets or not....

And I wouldn't trade it for anything.

LOL - that's what we like to hear! :happy0180:

bestwheelbase · 03-17-2012, 01:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by dori.

Can speak for you but I don't buy numbers, I buy cars.

Well said!

bestwheelbase · 03-17-2012, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by thDAVISor

Mods lock this and and direct him to the VS. Gencoupe thread, stop letting this asshat party go on.

Easy there big fella. Healthy discussion is a good thing.

Welcome to FT86Club.

Neutral_Eyes · 03-17-2012, 02:02 PM

[u2b]EGVLRS2QPcE[/u2b]

That's some healthy rollout they're giving the 2.0T apparently.

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Hanzo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: Waiting for the ND Miata Location: VA Posts: 963 Thanks: 182 Thanked 656 Times in 194 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 12 Thread(s)	Of all the reviews I've read about the Genesis coupe none were as great as the BRZ/FR-S. Most actually said they would spend more and get a 370z or mustang/camaro.

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Hanzo Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: Waiting for the ND Miata Location: VA Posts: 963 Thanks: 182 Thanked 656 Times in 194 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 12 Thread(s)	I think there was a comparo of the V6 RWD on MT last year on Genesis coupe, Mustang V6, Camaro V6.

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Baldeagle Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: VW GLI 6MT Location: New Jersey Posts: 110 Thanks: 61 Thanked 88 Times in 41 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	4.8 seconds must be a mistake. That engine sounds like it came right from the Sonata turbo, which also weighs about 3,400 lbs. I’m pretty sure the Sonata turbo is about 6.2 seconds to 60 mph. Even with a manual transmission and a strong launch, it makes no sense the Genesis Coupe would be 1.5 seconds faster to 60 mph. As already mentioned, 5.8 seconds to 60 mph is plausible.

03-17-2012, 11:27 AM	#1672
meldarred Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 2007 Subaru Impreza STI Location: League City Posts: 22 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Way too many people are focused on numbers. Drive both cars and make an educated decision. I have driven a 2010 GC 3.8 without the track pack, and it was a decent car. However, I didn't find it to be an exciting car ride. It looks great on paper, but for me it wasn't something I would have enjoyed driving day in and day out. My STI on the other hand has been an absolute blast to drive from day one. It is like one big roller coaster ride. Not necessary for everyone, but it was what I found so attractive about the car.

03-17-2012, 01:03 PM	#1674
dori. Señor Member Join Date: Dec 2011 Drives: white BRZ 6MT Location: Rockland, NY Posts: 1,554 Thanks: 740 Thanked 374 Times in 248 Posts Mentioned: 11 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Can speak for you but I don't buy numbers, I buy cars.

03-17-2012, 01:03 PM	#1675
arkybrz Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: '11 WRX DGM Ltd., '13 BRZ SSM Ltd. Location: AR Posts: 87 Thanks: 11 Thanked 16 Times in 10 Posts Mentioned: 1 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	A. The redesigned GC is hideous B. It has possibly the worst manual transmission I've ever driven: it can't shift smoothly, revs hang b/w shifts, rubbery feel. It's awful.

03-17-2012, 01:08 PM	#1676
thDAVISor Junior Member Join Date: Mar 2012 Drives: 2005 Subaru 2.5RS Location: New Hampshire Posts: 5 Thanks: 0 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	Holy crap this thread? While being a terrible first post, in the wrong Sub Forum and a paper vs paper comparison. Some of the people in this place have the thickest, longest, spiked sticks shoved so far up their asses its rivaling NASIOC! Mods lock this and and direct him to the VS. Gencoupe thread, stop letting this asshat party go on. End rant have a good day everyone.

03-17-2012, 02:02 PM	#1680
Neutral_Eyes Softparker Join Date: Jan 2011 Drives: 2002 Mazda Miata Location: Arizona Posts: 618 Thanks: 0 Thanked 4 Times in 3 Posts Mentioned: 0 Post(s) Tagged: 0 Thread(s)	[u2b]EGVLRS2QPcE[/u2b] That's some healthy rollout they're giving the 2.0T apparently.

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