Nissan 370z = 350hp @ 3010lbs?

JohnC · May 14th, 2008, 01:32 AM

Is this correct? If it is, the Mustang GT will need to get some more hp and go on a huge diet!

ROADandTRACK.com -- Cover Story - Future Sports Cars Sneak Preview: 2009 to 2012 (6/2008)

While all the buzz at Nissan has recently centered on the GT-R, the Tokyo-based company has quietly been working on the next-generation Z. We knew months ago that the 350Z would undergo a significant makeover, but now our friends at Mag X, Japan's leading car spy magazine, uncovered key elements in the upcoming Z's styling along with providing vital information.
The first thing you notice when looking at the new Z is the headlights. They're an odd "V" shape, which creates a "squinting" effect. But the face is now more distinctive than before. Also adding spice to the new-look Z are "fangs." These body-colored dividers are incorporated inside the grille to separate the air going to the radiator and the brake vents.

The overall shape and profile of the new Z will remain relatively unchanged. However, it will be slightly smaller than the current car, measuring roughly 163 in. from bumper to bumper, about 6.5 in. shorter than today's 350Z. Interior space will stay the same, but the car will weigh some 200 lb. less, tipping the scales at about 3010 lb.
What this means is the new Z will be a rocket. A reliable source in Japan has told us it will be powered by a 3.7-liter V-6, the same engine used in the Infiniti G37 coupe, with output bumped to 350 bhp at 6500 rpm and torque to about 280 lb.-ft. at 4500. This new power-to-weight ratio for the "370Z" will allow the car to reach 60 mph in less than 5.0 seconds, and should give the Porsche Cayman S a run for its money around any racetrack.
Oh, and speaking of money, there are rumors that the price tag will also increase, probably north of the $35,000 mark. The 370Z will make its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show this November and go on sale in the U.S. in early 2009.

Cricket · May 14th, 2008, 01:34 AM

yep those are the rumors. Been posted on a couple sites.

AndrewA. · May 14th, 2008, 01:36 AM

KB...problem sloved.

06RedfireGT · May 14th, 2008, 01:38 AM

Mustang = $25k
Z = $35k

Alot can be done with $10k

And it's ugly as shit.

nba1341 · May 14th, 2008, 01:39 AM

gay

yojoe600 · May 14th, 2008, 01:46 AM

yea the deference in price make up the difference in speed

B0B · May 14th, 2008, 01:48 AM

ford wont care, just like they dont care about beating any other car on the road

ReverendDexter · May 14th, 2008, 01:51 AM

Originally Posted by AndrewA.

KB...problem sloved.

'til there's a turn in the road...

...

And then what happens when they put post to that motor?

supermachone · May 14th, 2008, 01:53 AM

yeah as long as ford has the mustang, they'll continue to profit regardless of how much faster other cars are...because most of the mustangs you see driving around are slow anyway *cough v6 cough*

nba1341 · May 14th, 2008, 01:55 AM

Originally Posted by supermachone

yeah as long as ford has the mustang, they'll continue to profit regardless of how much faster other cars are...because most of the mustangs you see driving around are slow anyway *cough v6 cough*

hence why the faster camaro died and the mustang did not

06RedfireGT · May 14th, 2008, 02:06 AM

Originally Posted by ReverendDexter

'til there's a turn in the road...

...

And then what happens when they put post to that motor?

YouTube - Road Atlanta 1 M.B

And with not all that much money you can get almost 500hp (crank) out of a 3V 4.6.

JohnC · May 14th, 2008, 02:11 AM

Well, regardless of price the 370z will be reviewed in the same class as the Mustang GT by most. And if you fully option a Mustang GT, the price gets up there close to the 370Z.

So that said, I hope Ford at least ups the Mustang GT to 350hp and shaves some weight by the time the 370Z hits the dealer lots.

And about that KB, whatever we do to our cars, they can do to theirs and with the power to weight they are getting, the Mustang GT won't stand a chance. And the biggest blow will be that they're making all this 350hp with a V6!

supermachone · May 14th, 2008, 02:13 AM

thats probably also gonna be the top of the line packaged 370z, i doubt the base model will start with that

06RedfireGT · May 14th, 2008, 02:15 AM

Ford needs to put that 5.0 cammer in the production Mustang. 400hp is sitting right there.

nba1341 · May 14th, 2008, 02:19 AM

Originally Posted by 06RedfireGT

Ford needs to put that 5.0 cammer in the production Mustang. 400hp is sitting right there.

isnt the motor like 15,000 alone

mpboy · May 14th, 2008, 02:25 AM

alot of people dont care about how much faster there car is than the other guy, since gas is going up

nba1341 · May 14th, 2008, 02:28 AM

Originally Posted by mpboy

alot of people dont care about how much faster there car is than the other guy, since gas is going up

holy shit look who it is

whtpny · May 14th, 2008, 02:34 AM

Originally Posted by 06RedfireGT

YouTube - Road Atlanta 1 M.B

And with not all that much money you can get almost 500hp (crank) out of a 3V 4.6.

was that you in the video? that is like 5 minutes from my house lol

silverstang · May 14th, 2008, 02:37 AM

awwww screw that, its still rice........come on guys, step up with the mods and you wont have to worry about all these new cars coming out........just make your stang' that much better!!!

Drgnracin72 · May 14th, 2008, 02:40 AM

Originally Posted by 06RedfireGT

Mustang = $25k
Z = $35k

Alot can be done with $10k

And it's ugly as shit.

thats gayest excuse ever. it costs more so i can put that into it. oh well car vs car, the 370 will pwn it stock for stock.

May 14th, 2008, 01:32 AM	#1
JohnC Enthusiast 1997 Mustang GT 13.56@102.94 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Murfreesboro and Old Hickory, TN Posts: 722 iTrader: 1 reviews	Nissan 370z = 350hp @ 3010lbs? Is this correct? If it is, the Mustang GT will need to get some more hp and go on a huge diet! ROADandTRACK.com -- Cover Story - Future Sports Cars Sneak Preview: 2009 to 2012 (6/2008) While all the buzz at Nissan has recently centered on the GT-R, the Tokyo-based company has quietly been working on the next-generation Z. We knew months ago that the 350Z would undergo a significant makeover, but now our friends at Mag X, Japan's leading car spy magazine, uncovered key elements in the upcoming Z's styling along with providing vital information. The first thing you notice when looking at the new Z is the headlights. They're an odd "V" shape, which creates a "squinting" effect. But the face is now more distinctive than before. Also adding spice to the new-look Z are "fangs." These body-colored dividers are incorporated inside the grille to separate the air going to the radiator and the brake vents. The overall shape and profile of the new Z will remain relatively unchanged. However, it will be slightly smaller than the current car, measuring roughly 163 in. from bumper to bumper, about 6.5 in. shorter than today's 350Z. Interior space will stay the same, but the car will weigh some 200 lb. less, tipping the scales at about 3010 lb. What this means is the new Z will be a rocket. A reliable source in Japan has told us it will be powered by a 3.7-liter V-6, the same engine used in the Infiniti G37 coupe, with output bumped to 350 bhp at 6500 rpm and torque to about 280 lb.-ft. at 4500. This new power-to-weight ratio for the "370Z" will allow the car to reach 60 mph in less than 5.0 seconds, and should give the Porsche Cayman S a run for its money around any racetrack. Oh, and speaking of money, there are rumors that the price tag will also increase, probably north of the $35,000 mark. The 370Z will make its world debut at the Los Angeles Auto Show this November and go on sale in the U.S. in early 2009. __________________ 1997 Mustang GT Aluminum Block PI swap & 4R70W to TR3550 swapped. Best 1/8: 2.04 60ft 8.74@81.85 & Best 1/4: 2.045 60ft 13.56@102.94 all on stock 245-17's My Garage

May 14th, 2008, 01:36 AM	#3
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May 14th, 2008, 01:38 AM	#4
06RedfireGT One Man Wolf Pack 2006 Mustang GT 13ish....maybe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Regulatin On Some OGs Posts: 22,214 iTrader: 2 reviews	Mustang = $25k Z = $35k Alot can be done with $10k And it's ugly as shit. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

May 14th, 2008, 01:39 AM	#5
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May 14th, 2008, 01:48 AM	#7
B0B Boost gets you laid 2001 Mustang GT 12.93@113.7 (on the 18's) Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Milton, WA Posts: 2,601 iTrader: 2 reviews	ford wont care, just like they dont care about beating any other car on the road __________________ '01 GT. Just a couple Bolt-ons. 0rwhp 0rwtq. Epic Turbo build in progress 2003 Rubicon (wheelin rig) 2008 Silverado 4x4 (towin rig/road queen) 2009 KTM 450 XC-W (Brap Brap!)

May 14th, 2008, 01:53 AM	#9
supermachone MM Fanatic 1984 Corvette Kessel Run @ Less Than 12 Parsecs Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 4,698 iTrader: 2 reviews	yeah as long as ford has the mustang, they'll continue to profit regardless of how much faster other cars are...because most of the mustangs you see driving around are slow anyway cough v6 cough __________________

May 14th, 2008, 02:11 AM	#12
JohnC Enthusiast 1997 Mustang GT 13.56@102.94 Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Murfreesboro and Old Hickory, TN Posts: 722 iTrader: 1 reviews	Well, regardless of price the 370z will be reviewed in the same class as the Mustang GT by most. And if you fully option a Mustang GT, the price gets up there close to the 370Z. So that said, I hope Ford at least ups the Mustang GT to 350hp and shaves some weight by the time the 370Z hits the dealer lots. And about that KB, whatever we do to our cars, they can do to theirs and with the power to weight they are getting, the Mustang GT won't stand a chance. And the biggest blow will be that they're making all this 350hp with a V6! __________________ 1997 Mustang GT Aluminum Block PI swap & 4R70W to TR3550 swapped. Best 1/8: 2.04 60ft 8.74@81.85 & Best 1/4: 2.045 60ft 13.56@102.94 all on stock 245-17's My Garage

May 14th, 2008, 02:13 AM	#13
supermachone MM Fanatic 1984 Corvette Kessel Run @ Less Than 12 Parsecs Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Kansas Posts: 4,698 iTrader: 2 reviews	thats probably also gonna be the top of the line packaged 370z, i doubt the base model will start with that __________________

May 14th, 2008, 02:15 AM	#14
06RedfireGT One Man Wolf Pack 2006 Mustang GT 13ish....maybe Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Regulatin On Some OGs Posts: 22,214 iTrader: 2 reviews	Ford needs to put that 5.0 cammer in the production Mustang. 400hp is sitting right there. __________________ ΜΟΛΩΝ ΛΑΒΕ

May 14th, 2008, 02:37 AM	#19
silverstang Hardcore Enthusiast 2007 Mustang GT Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: BFE Posts: 2,821 iTrader: 0 reviews	awwww screw that, its still rice........come on guys, step up with the mods and you wont have to worry about all these new cars coming out........just make your stang' that much better!!! __________________ Bassani Crew Member #3

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