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Old 12-04-2008, 06:25 PM
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Default Car & Driver / Motortrend as tested weights

Just an FYI... we know that C&D weighs each car they test, and not just spouts off manufacturer data. I wasn't sure about MT, so I emailed their editor a while back.

They (MT) confirmed that they also use certified scales for every car that they test, and that the weights given for the 370Z test was using their scales. They also confirmed that the weights are without driver, test equipment, etc... just full fluid levels and stock components.

I felt it was pertinent data, since there is so much discussion about the weight, and testing procedures.

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Old 12-04-2008, 07:24 PM
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Thanks for the info.
Old 12-04-2008, 10:49 PM
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the performance numbers are all that really matters and it seems like the 370z can perform.
Old 12-05-2008, 05:36 AM
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nice review!

But.. why do people say the 370Z weighs less than the 350z.... it doesnt?.
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Originally Posted by ZthirtyThr33
nice review!

But.. why do people say the 370Z weighs less than the 350z.... it doesnt?.
I believe Nissan was implying that it weighs less than the 07-08's, and not the earlier Z's.
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Yes, they were saying it weighs less than similarly equipped Enthusiast models, not all 350z models.
Old 12-05-2008, 01:42 PM
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The new 370Z weighs about ~75 pounds lighter than similarly equipped 2008 models.
Old 12-06-2008, 05:27 PM
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I think they could actually make improvements on that department--i.e. the Z's curb weight; 3,OOO+ lbs. on these vehicles is just too much (my Touring Coupe is less than a hundred pounds lighter than my ex-Maxima!)
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