2009 G37 vs 370z

[sbkim]

(oops sorry I mean G37 in the title)...

hello all. Thanks for the great forum. I am currently in the market for a new car and am considering either an 09 G37s 7AT or 370z 7AT. I understand two are not comparable with one being more GT and the other a 2 seater sports car. I am just curious if you guys had any perspective on both vehicles. I recently had the pleasure of driving a G37s and I was extremely impressed. I am coming from 335 coupe so I had my bars raised high. A few random thoughts I had about the G37:

1. Even with my overweight salesman, G37 actually felt peppier (sp?) and more responsive than the 370z. With 300 more lbs than the Z, I expected quite opposite. I see both cars are geared the same so I am not sure what may be causing the difference. I really enjoyed the DS mode.

2. Fit and finish and ride quality was amazing. Outward visibility was FAR superior to the Z. Z has absolutely horrible blind spot on the passenger side.

3. In terms of outward appearance, the Z gets my nod mainly because of it's aggressive bubbly styling but to each his own...

Thanks for listening and look forward to learning more about G37.


Quick ? - has there been any official 0-60 and 1/4 mile times for 2009 G37 7AT? The closest I've seen was G37x coupe and sedan both posting 5 to 5.2 sec 0-60 runs. Hopefully the RWD 7AT can post sub 5 sec runs??

[solopresident]

well if you want to mod your car all out, go with the Z. if you like both and need the extra seats get the G. If you like the style more of one and seats don't matter get that.

[w0ady]

with 2 more seats and a bigger trunk, g37 was the better choice for me as this is my only car. i had the same dilemma when i picked up my g35 in 05. plus now im spoiled with all the infiniti luxury features. of course, post this on a 370z forum and you might get different reviews. really comes down to what car you want/need more.

[sbkim]

great points. I have a second car that I'll be using during winter. I still like how G37 drives and would strongly prefer better service and warranty vs Nissan.

[solopresident]

don't know about all places but not all are better.

[sbkim]

I think my salesperson lied to me. He told me it was an 09 but I just realized that the car I test drove didn't have dial seat heaters. I am afraid may be the 7 speed is the culprit for sluggish performance of the 370z as opposed to the 5spd auto in 2008 G37.

Originally Posted by Ivoidwarranties

I've test driven a few 08's and a few 09's. I don't know where you guys get the idea that the seven speed is better than a five speed. Someone posted it takes a 15 minute test drive to tell the seven speed is far better, BS! The five speed is a whole lot more racy than the seven speed. The seven speed is great for the "luxury" part but not the "sport" part. The seven speed might be a nice transmission but it's no where near set up right for the G37.
If you're willing to scrafic a little driving experience for fuel milage then get a seven speed.

[cvt]

Originally Posted by sbkim

I am coming from 335 coupe

wow and you STILL liked the G37?? usually 335i owners are quite critical of our car lol

[G37nS2K]

if you are coming from 335i coupe

dont get g37

i debated between G and 335i, now im regretting with all my passion......

[sbkim]

Originally Posted by G37nS2K

if you are coming from 335i coupe

dont get g37

i debated between G and 335i, now im regretting with all my passion......

That's not good. Any specifics you want to share?

[JKashat]

Is that a new model for '09? lol
I'm very interested in this.
Wonder what the performance and milage would be like...
Maybe this would be comparable to the BMW 1-Series?
Or, at least more fair competition against the 3-Series, lol.

All kidding aside, G37 over the 370Z IMO any day of the week.

[sbkim]

Originally Posted by JKashat

Is that a new model for '09? lol
I'm very interested in this.
Wonder what the performance and milage would be like...
Maybe this would be comparable to the BMW 1-Series?
Or, at least more fair competition against the 3-Series, lol.

All kidding aside, G37 over the 370Z IMO any day of the week.

haha - yea, my clumsy typing fingers

My wife def agrees with you as well. But I can't deny that 370z looks sportier. Now, my concern is performance of 370z 7AT - it felt surprisingly sluggiesh even compare to 2008 G37 5AT...

[gthal]

Originally Posted by G37nS2K

if you are coming from 335i coupe

dont get g37

i debated between G and 335i, now im regretting with all my passion......

Originally Posted by sbkim

That's not good. Any specifics you want to share?

Just my 2 cents having also come from a BMW... the G37 was nicer to look at on the outside and much, much nicer on the inside. I got sooo tired of looking at the interior of the BMW and, let's face it, that's where you spend all of your time. The 335 does perform slightly better but it is only by a small margin. I don't believe I notice any performance difference on public roads as the G is still very fast, handles great and is 98% of the BMW. So, I can sacrifice the small performance difference for the MUCH lower car payment and a much nicer interior to live with each day.

If BMW ever makes a 3 series with a nicer interior and gets closer in price, it would be a much more difficult decision for me... maybe slightly leaning towards the 3er, but as it stands today, the G is my clear choice.

[JKashat]

I haven't driven the '09 S model w/ the 7AT yet only the '08 5AT, but I'm definitely getting the '09 7AT. I think it's just a better way to go IMO.

[w0ady]

Originally Posted by cvt

wow and you STILL liked the G37?? usually 335i owners are quite critical of our car lol

Originally Posted by G37nS2K

if you are coming from 335i coupe

dont get g37

i debated between G and 335i, now im regretting with all my passion......

actually there are a few former 335 owners on here that are quite happy with their switch.