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03-31-2016, 02:20 PM | #57 |
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Still don't see why they can't create a lighter platform for sports cars (New S and Z), and then 'stretch' it for any bigger Infiniti sport luxury cars they'd wish to use the platform for. They've already done so with the FM platform for the M35 and 45.
Let the SUV and land yacht sedans share their own platform. THAT is what is currently holding the Z back from getting its much needed sports car image re-invisioned. |
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This is why I think Nissan should really throw a V8 (or V6TT) into the next 370z. If the chassis is by necessity going to be platform shared across sedans and SUVs, you may as well make use of the heavier/bigger platform by fitting a larger engine. That's essentially what Chevy did with the Camaro and Ford did with the Mustang. As we've seen with those cars, added power can offset the platform weight for most intents and purposes, certainly enough for most buyers.
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Also, the wheelbase and track differences aren't really that minor, honestly. The FR-S feels more stable and planted, like the S14, and a lot of that has to do with the dimensions. |
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Engine-wise, the earlier KA had different cams and had a lot more usable rpm headroom above peak power, up to 7200 indicated, where the later KA dies before its 6500 limit. It makes a big difference, at least it did to me. Quote:
I think it's a lot more to do with suspension tuning and bushing stiffnesses than the 97" vs. 99" wheelbase. But in any case I generally prefer shorter wheelbases. If the twins are more like the S14, all the more reason for me to keep DDing the S2000 |
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I have an AWD one so idk if you tried a FWD one but Jukes honestly feel heavy as shit.
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I like a car that is balanced like a lawn dart. 50/50 feels unnatural to me. Get the center of gravity right between the front wheels and I am happy as a fat kid with cake.
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I don't think that would go well. Up for the rest of it though. Oh and I had a van just like that (my pic not yours)with a 351 Cleveland crammed into it. Talk about a wonky COG! Didn't help that you sit ahead of the front wheels either. Whole different driving dynamics.
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c.g. between front wheels won't work with rear wheel drive. At all. For FR layout, the more rearward the c.g. the better as far as I'm concerned. 55/45 feels unnatural to me! 50/50 puts 11% more static load on the drive wheels, allowing greater acceleration which further loads up the drive wheels. Pretty critical for higher power/weight cars. I wish I could get it to more like 45/55 on the FD. Driver location relative to c.g. is probably what you "feel" more so than absolute c.g. location. Driver sitting well aft of vehicle c.g. gives more sensitivity to rotation. Imagine a 2-seat version of the FT86 with the engine/trans and driver moved 30" or so aft. Better, more rearward weight distribution (50/50 or better, easy), AND you get the classic FR sports car FEEL with the driver sitting just in front of the rear tires. Toyota and/or Subaru should do this... |
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If I had one today I would consider cams, increasing CR, and bumping up the rev limiter to 7500 or so over an SR20 swap. Or maybe boost the KA. I think the basic engine was overly criticized, it wasn't that bad in the S13. IMHO! |
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