New 2009 Nissan 370Z @ 2008 LAAS

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Yes, there is still a sports car in the Nissan lineup that does not have all-wheel drive, launch control or a turbocharged engine. It's now called the Nissan 370Z and unlike the big bruiser of a sports car that is the GT-R, this new Z is actually smaller than its predecessor. It's an attempt to get the iconic sports car back to its roots, and from the looks of it, Nissan has done a solid job.

Fully redesigned from top to bottom, the 2009 Nissan 370Z still rides on Nissan's rear-wheel-drive, front-midship (FM) platform. It's been modified to give this Z-car a shorter 100.4-inch wheelbase (down 3.9 inches) and a shorter overall length of 167.1 inches (down 2.7 inches). The 370Z is also wider at 72.6 inches (up 1.3 inches) with wider tracks front (up a half-inch) and rear (up 1.3 inches).

All that shrinkage helps this Z shed a few pounds. A base-model 370Z with a manual transmission weighs in at 3,232 pounds. That's 88 pounds less than a base-model 2008 Nissan 350Z with a manual transmission. Even the heaviest 370Z still weighs just 3,314 pounds.

It's not just the smaller dimensions that make the difference. The 370Z's lighter weight is also the result of its all-aluminum door panels, hood and rear hatch. Nissan says it added a long list of structural reinforcements to the 370Z as well, but the body-in-white is still lighter than before.

With less weight to pull around, the larger-displacement 3.7-liter V6 engine should make for a very quick Z. Rated at 332 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque, the new engine is offered with either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed automatic.

The manual gearbox features an optional rev-matching system that automatically blips the throttle for you while downshifting. The new seven-speed automatic will match revs on downshifts, too. Nissan also says that the programming of the automatic's torque converter makes it feel more like a manual while delivering shifts in a half second. Drive the 370Z in a less enthusiastic manner and it will return 18 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway with either transmission.

Suspension changes include a switch to a double-wishbone setup in front that utilizes forged aluminum arms and a lightweight antiroll bar. In back, the multilink setup remains, but Nissan says it's stiffer and lighter (although it doesn't give any details why).

The standard wheels are 18-inch aluminum alloys with Yokohama Advan Sport tires sized 225/50R18 up front and 245/45R18 in back. A Sport package bumps the wheels up to 19-inch forged-aluminum Rays items with 245/40R19 and 275/35R19 Bridgestone Potenza RE050 tires.

There are only two trim levels of the 370Z: base and Touring. The standard features list includes an eight-way manual driver seat, automatic climate control, push-button ignition and a four-speaker stereo with auxiliary steering wheel controls. Touring models add power-adjustable leather seats, a Bose audio system and Bluetooth connectivity. Navigation with an iPod connection and a Sport package are optional.

Sales of the 2009 Nissan 370Z are expected to start in early 2009.

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[FireOFK]

this is better than Porsche boxter S considering the value and performance I'll buy one for sure

[jasonkim112]

and your a faggot

[nrobin87]

@isthisforreal04 I would consider the hood a minor change, there were 3 different engines in the 350z years. The first being til 04 with 287bhp, then from 05-06 there was the Rev-Up VQ with 300bhp, then finally the HR edition, putting down 306bhp. There are probably other nuances, but the engine would probably be the biggest difference for the z33 line.

[isthisforreal04]

dude i agree with part of your statement but what are you talking about with the 03, 07-08 Z?? the 2003 and 07-08' Z are almost identical, the hood is the only real significant change, lol

[TheWillis2000]

Ok it is a restyled Z. But the guy said in the intro of this video like the 270 z which was a big deal for datsun which was the nissan before it became popular in the state's. And it's 50 % 350 and 50% 270 . They wanted it to be more of a roadster which it is now and also the 370 has a wish bone suspension which it's restyled 350 z didn't have . And it's not a muscle cow car because it lighter too. funkytown

[TakeMeDown2FunkyT0wn]

it's a restyled 350z

[TheWillis2000]

Yeah the head lights are better on the 350 Z but this 370 Z copy's the 240 Z and the 350 is more of a 300ZX type. but when the first 350 Z came in 2003 it was not as well done as the 2007 2008 version of it so maybe they fix the light's in future model like the later 07, 08 , Z .

[RenoOfAkatsuki]

I don't like the headlights or taillights that are on the 370Z. In that sense, the 350Z is better. I'd still pick a 350Z really, but then it is what i have wanted for awhile. lol

[FireOFK]

believe it or not the 370z is a more reliable car than a Porsche. my brother in law had a Porsche 911 it was an amazing machine for driving but it had problems and its hard and very very expensive to fix. the 370z is easier to fix and honestly I think is a more reliable car than a Porsche, many people don't know but Porsche are not as reliable I know because my brother in law had one and I saw what he had to go through he sold it and now he owns the X6 V8

[jasonkim112]

The 370Z goes from 0-60 in 4.7 seconds, has 330 hp, 280 lb-ft of torque, and looks great to boot. I'd like to see some wannabe Boxster compete with those specs despite that the Boxster's base price is more than a Grand Touring 370Z's with options included. The price is low because of value, not quality. On top of that, I highly doubt you have any taste at all, baberuthistheman (not saying Porsches are shitty), and don't try and pull that shit out of your ass again. You'll just get shot down.