The 2016 nissan 370z is the latest in a long line of z coupes and convertibles from nissan that have featured sporty styling, rearwheel drive and sixcylinder power. I tested the 2014 mustang gt premium convertible, which is slightly better equipped than the regular gt convertible. Nissan says the performance of its sports coupe can be summed up in one letter z but lets take a look at the numbers, just to be sure. After testing two 2018 ford mustang gts with a mere 3pound difference in measured weight, we were taken aback by how much quicker the gt is with its new 10speed automatic 10a sixthan it is. Now looking online at 370 autos i see alot of variance in figures. I would expect the automatic to be slightly slower 060 than the manual, simply down to. Engine specs included either a 5horsepower naturally aspirated. Ford 060 times ford edge, f150, focus, fusion, gt and mustang. Jul 17, 20 for the 2014 model year, the v6 and gt models will continue with the same enginesas 20. Oct 14, 2018 really it comes down to two factors driver involvement and convenience and to a lesser extent how driven by the performance numbers you are.
How to decide between an automatic mustang gt or a manual. Please take into account that the ford 0 to 60 times and quarter mile data listed on this car performance page is. The mustang has a front grille while the 370z has a different design that excludes the grille. Why the nissan 370z marks the end of an era top gear. The new ford mustang first arrived locally in early 2016, building. Nissan 370z nismo vs ford mustang gt 6 key differences duration. The 370z is the sixthgeneration of the nissan zcar line, succeeding. The nismo 370z isnt a drag car meant for straight line races, but it is nice to know this car has quite a lot of power to get you out of a turn. The length on the mustang is 188 inches and 168 inches on the nissan z. Please take into account that the nissan 0 to 60 times. I used to have a 98 ss with 320 hp and 330 ftlbs to the wheels, and i have to say that i really missed the torque of a v8 when i had my g35. We consider a wide range of things when gathering our quarter mile and zero to sixty sec, including the skill level of the driver, the source of the information, and the.
The 370z isnt a straight line car, buy a camero if you want to run 12s. Jun 22, 2018 the v6powered 370z smokes the mazda in a straight line, hitting 60 mph in 5. Ford mustang in detail performance and 060 timethe mustang gt is the uks best performer, dispatching 062mph in just 4. Ford 060 times ford edge, f150, focus, fusion, gt and. The best cd numbers ive seen on the 16 accord coupe v6 manual are 5. Just like you can buy a kit from ford to add to your fiesta to get 2 seconds 060. Compare rankings and see how the cars you select stack up against each other in.
Problem for the nissan 370z is, life has moved really fast, and we fear. This is a bone stock car with the 6 speed manual transmission. Nissan 370z nismo vs ford mustang gt 6 key differences. Looking for 10 nissan 370z competitors to consider throws up a crucial point. Although the gt model is a powerhouse, the v6 fastback is far from being slow. How to decide between an automatic mustang gt or a manual quora. Find out which is better and their overall performance in the sports car ranking. Outside of the considerably more expensive v8 mustang, how many. Since 060 time has been considered the golden standard of cars performance, lets put mustang face to face with the rivals by analyzing 0 to 60 mph, 60 to 80 mph and a quarter mile acceleration data. Sure, nissan introduced a suite of changes to the zed throughout its life a gt version here. Nov 10, 2019 absolutely it was the performance bargain of the decade.
Three different 2016 mustang gt engine choices will be available. Compare rankings and see how the cars you select stack up against each other in terms of performance, features, safety, prices and more. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 1068 370z models nationwide. When launched from a standstill, the gt model is able to hit 60 mph in an impressive 4. At the drag strip, the base 2017 nissan 370z reached 60 mph in 5. We have 159 2016 ford mustang gt vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 85 1owner cars, and 193 personal use cars. Legend for electric, hybrid, and hydrogen vehicles kwh battery capacity. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. The automotive industry is ground zero for this epic battle where japanese brands tussle with the detroit three in nearly every segment of the. And the kit costs 4x or 5x as much as a base fiesta costs.
Sep 08, 2015 new 2016 ford mustang gt engine, horsepower, 0 60. Its not a straightforward comparison, but the two are more alike than you might think. Jan 17, 2016 nissan 370z nismo vs ford mustang gt 6 key differences. Automatic headlights with hid low and highbeams are also standard. Thats more than a second quicker than the mazda in. Ford mustang gt fastback v nissan 370z coupe comparison. The ford mustang keeps its newfound finesse and ponycar attitude, blasting past its 50th year with a rorty new shelby gt350 variant plus more ways to stand. The v6powered 370z smokes the mazda in a straight line, hitting 60 mph in 5.
The gears require a shift to third to get to sixty and it is pretty much impossible to shift a manual as fast as an automatic. Really it comes down to two factors driver involvement and convenience and to a lesser extent how driven by the performance numbers you are. Research, compare and save listings, or contact sellers directly from 39 370z models in laramie. Good for 310 horses and 320 poundfeet of twist, the fourbanger can push the mustang from 0 to 60 mph in as quick as 5. Ensuring it can run like the wind this cars engine spins to 7,500 rpm and can be paired with either a sixspeed manual or sevengear automatic transmission. In terms of sheer power, the mustang gts v8 engine is a monster. The first ford mustang was unveiled on april 17, 1964 and 2014 will mark the models 50th anniversary. When i got my 15 ecoboost mustang i spent a lot of time trying to get the best possible 0 to 60. The 370z which has just been updated for 2018 doesnt have allwheel drive. Modern automatics have become so good at what they do from the standpoint of acceleration performance an.
I live in sea, where there are only 2 available trim levels for the mustang, the base ecoboost and the top of the line performance pack and everything gt. Weve created a convenient proprietary mustang 0 60 time calculations that we base on the most accurate sources. Mustang automatic vs manual transmissions cj pony parts. Since 0 60 time has been considered the golden standard of cars performance, lets put mustang face to face with the rivals by analyzing 0 to 60 mph, 60 to 80 mph and a quarter mile acceleration data. The gt personality traits continued with the thirdgen model, the 300zx. Manual vs automatic on a 2018 gt so i just woke up to really startling news. Compared to the previous generation the 350z, the 370z gets. Now this car was the worest possible combination for 0 to 60, manual transmission and 3.
Mustang gt vs 370z nizmo so i definitely want a sports car and ive narrowed it down to these two, ive test driven both and im leaning a little more towards the mustang. The nissan 370z known as the fairlady z z34 in japan is a 2door, 2seater sports car ssegment in europe manufactured by nissan motor company. The seats are comfortable, and the manual adjustments are in line with the. Some might say that putting a v8 up against a v6 is like bringing a gun to a knife fight. Shop nissan 370z vehicles for sale in laramie, wy at. Whether you want to row your own or let the vehicle take care of. The 2016 nissan 370z nismo is a two door sports car with 350 horsepower and nismo tuned engine, suspension, and exhaust. A manual can be fun, but it can be a pain in the a on streets with a lot of stop and go traffic lights. Exterior light control is fully automatic on the mustang gt and programmable on the 370z. Hey all, in the market for a new car and in a toss up between a z4 35i dct which runs rhe 14 mile in low s.
Aug 21, 2007 i just traded my 2005 g35 coupe for an 07 gt. Aug 15, 20 i tested the 2014 mustang gt premium convertible, which is slightly better equipped than the regular gt convertible. Gt premium trim, ruby red paint, 401a equipment group, performance package, enhanced security package, navigation. These are very impressive numbers for a 3393 lb fwd car with a 278 hp 3.
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