Why is the S2000 a better car than the 350z
02-03-2008, 10:44 AM
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i test drove both back to back on a nice saturday...and the S is just a more precise machine. i like the Z but the S shifts so much nicer and it 'feels' like a better car. it feels like its put together better and its more tossable. plus u can really wring it out!!
needless to say i bought the S
needless to say i bought the S
02-03-2008, 11:12 AM
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Funny some of the stuff people talk about when comparing cars, interior felt this, interior felt that and rear end looks weird, etc.
There is only one reason why the S is better, its a CONVERTIBLE, the other car is just a momywagon, yeah a nice handling momywagon but just a wagon.
There is only one reason why the S is better, its a CONVERTIBLE, the other car is just a momywagon, yeah a nice handling momywagon but just a wagon.
02-03-2008, 11:17 AM
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You've got to drive them both...
I like the 350z, I really do. I wouldn't trade my S2000 for one -- but there are many people that will say the exact opposite. I will agree with either party, depending on which day of the week you ask me on
Why? They are two very completely different cars. The 350z is a powerhouse, it feels planted, it has substance. If I were doing a 1500mile trip through some smooth flowing corners, I'd choose the 350z to do it in - it's a fantastic GT car. It can certainly put a huge grin on your face. It's a torque monster... Running it through 2nd gear is just wild, and that exhaust note! oooh!
The S2000 is more of a strung out, you-always-want-to-be-on-the-edge corner carver. It looks fantastic, it's far more "precise" in every single way. It doesn't have "rubbery feeling" inputs like the 350z. I would call it more rewarding to drive, on the balance of things. I prefer it as "my car, to own".
Wildncrazy -- Clutch? Whaat? I had zero problems with the '03 that I had for a day (swapped cars with a friend of dad's for a day). I found the clutch quite heavy, but I had zero problems with it's engagement point. Ten minutes of driving, and it felt right at home.
I like the 350z, I really do. I wouldn't trade my S2000 for one -- but there are many people that will say the exact opposite. I will agree with either party, depending on which day of the week you ask me on
Why? They are two very completely different cars. The 350z is a powerhouse, it feels planted, it has substance. If I were doing a 1500mile trip through some smooth flowing corners, I'd choose the 350z to do it in - it's a fantastic GT car. It can certainly put a huge grin on your face. It's a torque monster... Running it through 2nd gear is just wild, and that exhaust note! oooh!
The S2000 is more of a strung out, you-always-want-to-be-on-the-edge corner carver. It looks fantastic, it's far more "precise" in every single way. It doesn't have "rubbery feeling" inputs like the 350z. I would call it more rewarding to drive, on the balance of things. I prefer it as "my car, to own".
Wildncrazy -- Clutch? Whaat? I had zero problems with the '03 that I had for a day (swapped cars with a friend of dad's for a day). I found the clutch quite heavy, but I had zero problems with it's engagement point. Ten minutes of driving, and it felt right at home.
02-03-2008, 11:52 AM
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http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?se...article_id=6057
Article says the S is faster in the corners (where the Z plows like a tricycle) and that the Z is faster on the straights.
Article says the S is faster in the corners (where the Z plows like a tricycle) and that the Z is faster on the straights.
02-03-2008, 12:00 PM
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The Z has broader market appeal. To me, that says it all.
The S2000 is more of a niche market car, and I happen to be in the target niche. "Better" has nothing to do with it.
Choosing a car to live with is like selecting a spouse. The best choice depends on what you want, and absolute rankings (good, better, best) don't make any sense at all.
The S2000 is more of a niche market car, and I happen to be in the target niche. "Better" has nothing to do with it.
Choosing a car to live with is like selecting a spouse. The best choice depends on what you want, and absolute rankings (good, better, best) don't make any sense at all.
02-03-2008, 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Tee-Dub,Feb 3 2008, 09:54 AM
I test drove a z prior to buying the "S". I don't think its interior is more up to date. The interior pieces felt cheap to me in comparison to the S. I really wanted to like the z, but the Honda won out in the quality dept to me.
just my .02
02-03-2008, 01:21 PM
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Originally Posted by Rightguard24,Feb 3 2008, 09:37 AM
the 350z has more torque, more horse power, quicker 0-60, faster 1/4 mile, a much more up to date interior, and even a little more cargo room.
So why do you think the s2000 is the better car ?
So why do you think the s2000 is the better car ?
As for me, I bought the S2000 because I wanted to be different. I didn't want to be another 350Z owner on the road. I see plenty of 350Z and not a lot of S2000.
Jason
