Autocar, UK weekly magazine, reviewed the Z in their edition published today. A very thorough job.

I would have attached the article but the Attach file does not like it, despite it being well within the limits. I will put it somewhere else and post the link.

Anyway lots of performance and specifications details which I have not seen elsewhere, the key figures were:

0-60 5.8 seconds
0-100 14.2 seconds, 103 mph
Standing Quarter 14.1/100mph
30-7 through gears 5.4 seconds

Summary

Design and Engineering
Nothing groundbreaking but sound engineering 7/10

Performance and Breaks
Starts, stops and sounds like you'd hope 9/10

Handling and Ride
Sharp, taut and it oversteers 8/10

Comfort Safety and Equipment
Well equipped, comfortable but strictly for two 6/10

Economy
Reasonable considering engine size and kerbweight 6/10

Market and Finance
(A year behind US) 8/10

Overall 8/10 and best in class.

Competitors were in order:

Audi TT 225 Coupe 7/10
BMW 325 Ci Sport 7/10
Chrysler Crossfire looks like 7/10
Mazda RX-8 7/10
Mercedes Benz C320 SE Sports Coupe not yet tested but not in same performance category and price will be high with the extras.

I would add Infiniti, but they do not sell in UK.

David

 

thanks for posting this info!