As davidv might say:
Your insight is invaluable. Thank you for posting.

 

cars that i feel compare to teh Z

between 200-350hp
between 2800-3800lbs
RWD
5speed/6speed/6speed DSG/SMG
2seater/4seats coupe
between 25k-35K

Very few cars fit that category, and they're talked about here ALL the time. Even extending the price range you get..

s2k
M3
RX8
SLK350
BMW 330i
SL350 (is there 1??)

Some cars get thrown in that match those stats but cost a lot more..
NSX
911 RWD Carerra..