The Acura RL has been using that keyless ignition for over a year. Nothing to write home about.

 

its always felt like a useless gimic to me

 

man i should of waited for 07 instead of getting 06

 

I was thinking the same, but if you waited for the 07, then you would be saying "man, I should of waited for the 08". Just be happy with what you have, its still a Z.

 

^^ is just a neverending dilemna

 

Nice one. Looks like the exhaust manifolds are different also. Plus they went to one serpentine belt for the accessories.

 

something i noticed that iam pleasantly surprised about is the 07 alty actually got smaller something ive never seen happen with a car model back to back years.
iam hoping this will follow into the new z and hopefully bring its huge weight down

 

I'm very tempted to sell my 03 G35 for the 07 Z car. I'm wondering if the 03-04 heads will bolt on to the new VQ shortblock?

 

What are enforcement webbings?

 

With that new engine with Dual intakes would come some design changes to the front of the car too wouldnt it?

 

I don't know if anyone else saw this but along with the engine mods for the G35 it states, A New Generation V6 and FM Platform

Could this mean an update for the Z platform also?

I found this at http://www.nissannews.com under Infinity Vehicles, 2007 G35 SEDAN, Overview.

It goes on to say,

The soul of the G35 has always been its dynamic performance and at the heart of advanced drivetrain has always been its award-winning VQ35 3.5-liter V6 engine and advanced FM (Front Mid-ship) platform. Both engine and platform have been significantly enhanced for use with the 2007 G.

The VQ-series V6, which has been named one of the "Ten Best Engines" by Ward’s Auto World magazine for 12 consecutive years, now moves into its fourth generation and has been significantly rethought, with approximately 80% of major parts (except bolts, O-rings and clips) redesigned. The block features ladder frame construction for greater rigidity, crank journal and pin diameters have been increased, the block height increased by 8.4 millimeters to reduce piston side force and the engine center is now 15 millimeters lower, which also contributes to the G’s improved dynamic performance.

Other engine enhancements include the addition of standard variable exhaust cam timing (eCVTCS), a higher rev limit (increased from 6,600 rpm to 7,500 rpm) and higher compression ratio (10.6:1 versus the previous 10.3:1), asymmetric piston skirts, twin knock sensors, improved coolant flow and new Iridium spark plugs.

A new symmetric twin ram air intake system helps reduce airflow resistance by 18% and a new exhaust system design with equal length exhaust manifolds and reduced muffler exhaust pressure (25% less than the first generation G35) help improve engine breathing. Both are tuned to create authoritative harmonies, helping enhance driving pleasure.

The result of all these changes is an estimated 300-plus horsepower and a powerful torque curve (final horsepower and torque figures will be released at a later date), an exciting engine sound and expected improvements in emissions and fuel economy.

The new VQ engine design also includes a long list of advanced systems found on the previous design – including a continuously variable valve timing control system, a "noiseless" timing chain for quiet operation, an electronically controlled "drive-by-wire" throttle system, microfinished crank journals and cam lobes, and molybdenum coated lightweight pistons.

"There are a couple of unique features you notice about this new generation VQ engine – first, the great engine sound and the absence of the usual engine rough noises and vibrations,” said Igo. “And secondly, the tuning strategy that is not strictly about standing-start acceleration, but a more refined balance of quick acceleration that builds continuously to the redline. It’s a deepening pleasure that keeps getting better as you drive."

The 2007 G’s driving pleasure is also due in great measure to its second generation FM platform, similar to that used on the Infiniti M. The racing technology-inspired FM platform locates the engine behind the front axle in the "front mid-ship" position. The positioning of the engine provides an optimized front-to-rear-weight balance, while the combination of long wheelbase, manageable overall length and wider front and rear track (+0.7 inches front, + 0.9 inches rear) adds to the G35’s overall handling stability.

The G’s suspension is a 4-wheel independent design with lightweight aluminum components and front and rear stabilizer bars, designed to provide nimble and natural feeling handling, as well as a controlled, refined ride. The front suspension minimizes alignment changes through use of a lower wishbone and a long upper link. The rear design separates the shock absorbers and springs, locating the shock absorber inline with the wheel center to help reduce suspension friction and reduce the wind-up motion of the axle on acceleration.

Body stiffness has been enhanced through utilization of new structural pieces, including in the critical engine compartment and rear floor areas, and a 16% increase in the number of body spot welds.

 

All these advancements on the new VQ sounds like it should get 400whp lol

 

GTF outta here, are you serious, where'd you find this info, thats gonna suck royally man. This is total horse ****. Why would they decrease hp? That makes no sense. SAE rating my ***, *** that, what SAE rating, a 3.5 with 320 hp is too much and inefficient, the M3 has a 3.2 and 333 hp, I dont get it. All I can hope for is that its really underrated. The new car had a redline of 7500 RPM, where is it making what power? The figures, and redline dont add up.

 

Oh my bad, I slipped I really though we were talking about the 2008 G35 coupe with the VQHR and 7500 RPM redline. Theres no way a 10.1 compression ratio and 3.5 block will make 293 hp, not down from what they already have. Im pretty sure the 2007 G35 sedan will have a better engine than the 2007 G35 coupe, you're right anyone who is smart will not buy a 2007 G35 coupe.

 

Very interesting. Hmm it seems as though buying an 07 Z may be a trap, as a new one may be right around the corner..


Not that having the new HR engine in this current body would be a bad thing at all.

 

i think im going to wait for this instead fellas....