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Originally posted by Hupperware
the Z has 27 ft-lbs of torque less.
the Z has 27 ft-lbs of torque less.
STI w/ intake & exhaust
Compare that to my dyno #'s.
Answer: The STI is faster due to AWD launch. Trap speeds aren't all that impressive. From a roll, equal drivers, about even 5-100+ with the Z at stock boost.
Of course, turn that **** a bit and woooah ... miracles of turbo setups.
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Originally posted by Hupperware
Ha ha ha! At $32K! What 18 year old can afford that! Now we come to the truth from me... I loved the Z when it came out... then I saw one on every friggin corner. Nissan did a poor job of putting one out with the same specs that a McDonalds manager could afford (hence the multi generation). I see at least 3 Z coupes a day. It's sick... Reminds me of the new body mustangs, everyone has one.
I've only seen 3 other STis on the road... EVER. It's not faster than yours issue... more unique.
PS... I'm hooked on Z now... (anti-flame suit on)
Ha ha ha! At $32K! What 18 year old can afford that! Now we come to the truth from me... I loved the Z when it came out... then I saw one on every friggin corner. Nissan did a poor job of putting one out with the same specs that a McDonalds manager could afford (hence the multi generation). I see at least 3 Z coupes a day. It's sick... Reminds me of the new body mustangs, everyone has one.
I've only seen 3 other STis on the road... EVER. It's not faster than yours issue... more unique.
PS... I'm hooked on Z now... (anti-flame suit on)
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dude, I SAW AN STI it said STI on it... it was detailed and everything... maybe that was a good deal then 32k plus tax... yeesh, maybe i'll get a digital camera and take a picture of the price tag....
Different cars for different mentality people.. doesnt mean one is better than the other, just different. There are plenty of Z's that will get ROMPED.. and plenty of Z's that WILL romp on others, just have fun and respect nicely fixed up vehicles for what they are.
(Even though IMO the lancer and WRX are ugly ugly cars) ...
(Even though IMO the lancer and WRX are ugly ugly cars) ...
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From: CT
Originally posted by jEzTeR
Well your sig says that you wont even be driving a 350z till May.
Well your sig says that you wont even be driving a 350z till May.
I was being sarcastic about me driving, but I've got plenty o' seat time in the 350Z, (and exponentially more in the previous gen Z's), and some in the STi. I'm confident in the Z and in myself, and from my experience, stock for stock, I'd pick the Z for handling. That is all.
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hey all Im hupps buddy, let me tell you that STI is no joke.!
he said it right when he said Car lengths on the Z.
sure the doors are light and you may not like the style.... but thats the best thing about cars, one fits every person!
I would take the STI over any car you threw at me, and its because of the unigue style, and feel of the AWD turbo beast.
But the Z is a killer ride also
he said it right when he said Car lengths on the Z.
sure the doors are light and you may not like the style.... but thats the best thing about cars, one fits every person!
I would take the STI over any car you threw at me, and its because of the unigue style, and feel of the AWD turbo beast.
But the Z is a killer ride also
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I don't care how fast that car is, it still won't be fast enough to catch up with all the girls... who will be running away... because that car is so *** **** ugly.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
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Originally posted by cedusett
I don't care how fast that car is, it still won't be fast enough to catch up with all the girls... who will be running away... because that car is so *** **** ugly.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
I don't care how fast that car is, it still won't be fast enough to catch up with all the girls... who will be running away... because that car is so *** **** ugly.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
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Originally posted by Spoolin
hey all Im hupps buddy, let me tell you that STI is no joke.!
he said it right when he said Car lengths on the Z.
sure the doors are light and you may not like the style.... but thats the best thing about cars, one fits every person!
I would take the STI over any car you threw at me, and its because of the unigue style, and feel of the AWD turbo beast.
But the Z is a killer ride also
hey all Im hupps buddy, let me tell you that STI is no joke.!
he said it right when he said Car lengths on the Z.
sure the doors are light and you may not like the style.... but thats the best thing about cars, one fits every person!
I would take the STI over any car you threw at me, and its because of the unigue style, and feel of the AWD turbo beast.
But the Z is a killer ride also
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You know, it kinda sux, I spent all my teenage years and some of my early twenties lusting after an STi....loved WRC...but it wasn't available and I couldn't have afforded one at the time. I used to own a 2.5RS, and that was a great car, but by the time I sold it, I was damn near embarassed to drive it. Now the STi is here, and I could finally afford one, and my tastes have matured such that I can't stomach the STi's looks.
Originally posted by cedusett
I don't care how fast that car is, it still won't be fast enough to catch up with all the girls... who will be running away... because that car is so *** **** ugly.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
I don't care how fast that car is, it still won't be fast enough to catch up with all the girls... who will be running away... because that car is so *** **** ugly.
Throw a turbo into any Z and you'll be outpacing that car easily.
OMG!! That's so wrong but so funny!The stereotype is sort of true though. None of my female friends are fond of the WRX's looks. They frown when we point them out.
But looks aren't everything and neither is speed. The STi is still a nice little piece of machinery.
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From: Tempe, AZ
Originally posted by Norel350Z
just looking at the subaru website, and a thought popped into my head... I can't bevlive you have pay extra for a radio!!! just another reason I like my Z
just looking at the subaru website, and a thought popped into my head... I can't bevlive you have pay extra for a radio!!! just another reason I like my Z
Take a guess at what that Blows system in the Z costs you. I guarantee it's not free with purchase of the car... and I'll even let you venture a guess on which system sounds better.