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My '05 Base was 3110 pounds with 1/4 full in tank. If Nissan can't make at least the 370z base model close to that number I say it's a waste of time and R&D!
Here is the current break down for weight of 350z:
Base 3320
Enthusiast 3327
Touring 3376
Grand Touring 3381
NISMO 3353
The wheelbase of 370z is about 99.5", which is 4.6% shorter than 350z. And although more weight is in the front, let's assume it's a lenear reduction, than the new weight of 370z would be:
Base 3167
Enthusiast 3173
Touring 3220
Grand Touring 3225
NISMO 3198
Here is the current break down for weight of 350z:
Base 3320
Enthusiast 3327
Touring 3376
Grand Touring 3381
NISMO 3353
The wheelbase of 370z is about 99.5", which is 4.6% shorter than 350z. And although more weight is in the front, let's assume it's a lenear reduction, than the new weight of 370z would be:
Base 3167
Enthusiast 3173
Touring 3220
Grand Touring 3225
NISMO 3198
but wasn't the stance of the 370z widened? therefore adding weight down the sides of the car....
All things being equal, a 3100 lb car will handle better (i.e., start, stop, and turn better) than a car weighing 3300 lbs.
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While I agree with your point that it feels lighter than it is (even now) everything besides weight is not equal between the GTR an the M3.
I think the point is that a 3000 lb. GTR would handle much better than a 3600 lb. GTR.
I think the point is that a 3000 lb. GTR would handle much better than a 3600 lb. GTR.
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Agreed. I am just staying that even if the Z wieghs more, it does not mean it would still seriously beat on on the competition in real world conditions and on the track. While the concept of 'all things being equal' does not completely apply to the below examples, just think of the weight difference... Which handles better??
Miata or Vette???
S13 240SX or RX7???
Z4 or R8???
WRX or RS4???
Speculaed: GT500 or Camaro??? (new)
Weight is key, but can be overcome if not too out of line with technology and superior chasis and suspension design and parts. That is what I am saying.
Miata or Vette???
S13 240SX or RX7???
Z4 or R8???
WRX or RS4???
Speculaed: GT500 or Camaro??? (new)
Weight is key, but can be overcome if not too out of line with technology and superior chasis and suspension design and parts. That is what I am saying.
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And for the standard wwight given by manufacturers, there is a proceedure for calculating them that includes fluid levels and such. So an individual weighing the car will no doubt have different results unless they adhere strickly to the process.
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