Handling-wise, G35c w/ sport = Z?
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Will the Infiniti GT handle like the Z with the same suspension? I have a 2 year-old and working on another kid, and, need rear seats. The Z is fantastic, but I need to shove the kids somewhere. The coupe seems like the only answer. Or the Mazda RX8. Which, I don't like too much.
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Ok. I heard the new G35c with sport suspension is a very nice handling ride, but I can't confirm this. I CAN tell you, we own both right now, that the older G35c's do not handle nearly as well as the 350Z. It tries, but it's just not the same. It's a great compromise of a car if you need the back seats though. If handling is your priority, head over to the RX-8. It's very good on handling.
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I drove the 04 and 05 G35Cs (05 w/sport pkg)...not impressed. The 05 rides a little firmer, has a little less body roll...it's maybe 3/10 of the way to a Z. IMO the 04 was actually better...because the loss in ride quality (perhaps b/c of the wheel/tire combo) is greater than the handling benefit. I think the Z's handling prowess comes not only from its springs/shocks but also weight and wheelbase. Still from the sounds of things you've got no other options...so Go G. ![Smilie](https://my350z.com/forum/images/smilies/smile.gif)
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Thank you for the replies.. I will test drive one soon and give you all a report. I might swing by a Mazda shop too, but for real, the RX8 doesn't excite me. Especially the engine. Sure it's a Wankel, but the torque is non-existent. Spins at higer RPM, but I don't want a buzzing car. I love the sound and the torque in the Z / G35c.
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I really don't think it's that big of a difference. I've driven both as I was looking at both when I bought the Z. The G35C handles at 9/10's of the Z. There's a few videos on the internet of race car drivers handling the two and there have been magazine tests in I think Auto Mag or something like that. The G35C actually OUTHANDLES the Z in longer and wider corners while the Z outhandles in tighter radius turns. This is because the G35C has a longer wheelbase so it has more traction, but it isn't as snappy going from edge to edge. (LOL, sounds like i'm rating skis)
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Originally posted by Ugyjig
Why trade the Z? You have a TSX.
Why trade the Z? You have a TSX.
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