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Nissan 370Z goes from 0 to 60 in the same time as the BMW M3

omarrana submitted on 12/2/2008 Official Bell & Ross Timestamp: 11:06:19 AM

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The other day during Thanksgiving dinner a couple of us were arguing about the 0 to 60 time of the new 332-hp 2009 Nissan 370Z as reported by CARandDRIVER.

The automotive enthusiast magazine said that the new Z goes from rest to 60 in 5 seconds which seemed a bit awkward to us since the new Z is smaller, lighter and more powerful this year.

Well, to our delight Motor Trend has just released their figures and they have reported a 0 to 60 mph time of 4.7 seconds. Motor Trend also reported a quarter mile run of 13.3 seconds at 105.7 mph. Pretty impressive for a car that starts at $29,930. For arguments sake the new $57,500 BMW M3 Coupe also does 0 to 60 mph in 4.7 second and the $56,610 Lexus IS-F reports a 0 to 60 mph time of 4.6 seconds.

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Nissan 370Z goes from 0 to 60 in the same time as the BMW M3

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Motor Trend tested the 2007 IS350 at 4.9 sec.It has a 306hp v6 with a slush box.
— truthpursuit (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 12:56:50 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -3

Motortrend also had a sport package on the car that adds massive wheels with slick tires. The car they used will be $40k easily.

I think the Genesis coupe might come really close to this car. Same weight distribution with a little less power. Only time will tell. Hopefully the Genesis Coupe will be just as capable.
— Bmw8ter (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 1:22:01 PM | | Votes: 1

The BMW 335 is the same 0 to 60, but the M3 hardly. Most M3 tests have come in at the 4.1, 4.2 range. It is still nice to know, that every manufacturer has the M3 in their sights as the benchmark to beat
— BMW4me4ever (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 1:32:07 PM | | Votes: -1

It depends on which M3 they tested. With a 6spd, 4.7 sounds right. With the 7spd DKG 4.1-4.2 is more likely.
— GreenPlease (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 8:22:10 PM | | Votes: 0

Very impressive. Looks like Nissan has made an amazing machine!!
— PerformanceGuy (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 1:18:28 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

apples to oranges...

370Z 0-60 time as tested is 4.7s (motortrend).

M3's 0-60 time as tested is 4.1s (motortrend).

The 4.7s for the M3 is the estimate. So why include estimates or factory claims against magazine tested times? thats really apples and oranges...
— ThierryHenry14 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 1:52:23 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 7

While very impressive the 370Z can't come close to the acceleration of the M3. Rediculous statement, who wrote that anyway?
— golfer38 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 5:28:01 PM | | Votes: -4

you can bet the M3 will beat it on the track! This Z is not in the same legue as any M.
— kpaxx (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 6:10:38 PM | | Votes: -6

Wow... I cant believe no one noticed that -_-. Silly comparison.
— M53R (View Profile)

Posted on 12/4/2008 5:45:01 AM | | Votes: 0

You guys deboost me all you want, 4.1 0-60, 12.5 at 115 mph trap speed would blow away the Z. No disrespect to the Z, its way way less expensive, and the car I would choose in that price range.
— golfer38 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/4/2008 12:16:31 PM | | Votes: -1

4.7 seconds, huh. Still not quite fast enough to outrun its retarded looks.

And someone should tell the writer here that acceleration doesn't stop at 60; the M3 is another timezone by the time this thing hits the end of the quarter. And they should also tell him/her that this thing, with its big bloated goofy sounding v6 with suppoosedly 332 hp, is merely a match for the less-powerful 135. Funny how that keeps happening. Maybe someday nissan will find those lost ponies, or stop advertising what isn't there.
— tattedtwice (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:02:16 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -7

Well, sounds like someone's tender spot was touched.
— 222max (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:15:04 PM | | Votes: 7

i might get this over the 335i...its really impressive and there will be a flood of aftermarket parts for the 370z as well
— KZ258 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:09:53 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Lets talk handling, this conversation sounds like mustang vs camaro. My money is on the 370Z as the superior handler over M3 and IS-F. This should be Z vs Cayman S or Z vs 911 NA.
— Badgewhore (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:15:46 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 5

Whoa, I thought the 335i went against the G35/G37. Nissan created 2 vehicles to compete against the 3 series?

Interesting .....
— kablaam (View Profile)

Posted on 12/9/2008 6:44:46 AM | | Votes: 1

Why are americans obsessed with 0-60?
— scorpio (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:35:21 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 4

Why are people obsessed with anything?
— Obliv (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 2:56:05 PM | | Votes: 4

The 5 series is more $$$ then the A6
The 7 series is more $$$ then the A8
and depending if you are comparing the 2.0t Audi vs NA V6 3 series, the 3 series is more expensive then the A4 too.
— kablaam (View Profile)

Posted on 12/4/2008 9:27:05 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

The 5 series is more $$$ then the A6
The 7 series is more $$$ then the A8
and depending if you are comparing the 2.0t Audi vs NA V6 3 series, the 3 series is more expensive then the A4 too.
— kablaam (View Profile)

Posted on 12/4/2008 9:27:06 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: -1

Nissan setup the same comparisons and claims when the last Z came out. "Setup" is the operative word here. After the short lived hype the last Z did not nothing. I wonder what will be the fate of this one? I could probable make an accurate guess....
— kpaxx (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 3:26:03 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: -4

really it is not like the old Z are high demand used car!

and I don't see any racing series built around the old Z or is it a platform for world class race cars?
— kpaxx (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 6:06:52 PM | | Votes: -6

there was a nismo edition race car they used
— 350zdon17 (View Profile)

Posted on 12/2/2008 6:44:55 PM | | Votes: 4

well, consider the Z is already a 3.7L coupe. its only 0.3L smaller than the M3.
and Z is a 2seats coupe which is mean to be more sporty than BMW's luxury performance car.

4.7 sec is reasonable, i think.
it will be interesting to see the next gen Z4 with a tt3.0L to compare with the new Z.
cant wait to see that~

and maybe few years later, Z4 M vs more hardcore version of 370Z???
— dayday (View Profile)

Posted on 12/3/2008 11:36:28 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 2

Very impressed with the 370Z achieving the same time as more expensive cars. Good job Nissan, keep up the good work!
— PerformanceGuy (View Profile)

Posted on 12/3/2008 1:36:45 PM | reply to this comment | Votes: 3

370z 1/4 mile 13.3 @ 105.7 mph
M3 1/4 mile 12.7 @ 111.3 mph

Basically that means @ the 1/4 mile mark, the M3 will be 5 car lengths ahead and gaining.

They are in different leagues, but for the price, the Z is a GREAT BUY!!!

— kablaam (View Profile)

Posted on 12/4/2008 9:19:17 AM | reply to this comment | Votes: 1

Yep. 0-60 time is only a single piece of the equation.

This should be a damn fine car, though. Can't wait to see it.
— beetee (View Profile)

Posted on 12/5/2008 9:09:59 AM | | Votes: 2

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