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03-12-2004, 12:18 PM | #1 | |
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Comparison Between: Nissan Models/Engines
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As the topic suggests, lets compare the different Nissan models and see; what makes certain models better than others, certain engines better than others, what engine swaps are possible for each model, what the best methods of forced induction is for each model, and basic overall improvements of certain Nissan models. Thanks, and I look forward to reading your responses! |
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03-12-2004, 08:44 PM | #2 | |
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I heard that the Nissan 240sx is good for drifting, why is this? Also, why is the 300zx such a good car?
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03-12-2004, 10:17 PM | #3 | |
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yes the 240SX is a good srifting car. but you will have to swap a SR20DET in order to make a good drift car. the 300zx is a badass car because... it just is! its really good, reliable, and we could call it fast, considering those VQ engines where designed like 15 years ago or so...
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03-12-2004, 10:53 PM | #4 | |
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What is the original engine in the 240sx? Why is the sr20 engine better? What actually makes the 240sx a good drift car?
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03-12-2004, 10:55 PM | #5 | |
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Re: Comparison Between: Nissan Models/Engines
yeah if you like tanks that handle OK and are sort of fast... then the 300zx is your best bet...
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03-13-2004, 10:38 AM | #7 | ||
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In addition, are Nissan Maximas actually faster than the 300zx TT, the reason that I'm asking is because the 300zx has RWD?! Thanks! |
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03-13-2004, 04:56 PM | #9 | ||
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the max is faster cuz it's a lighter car that makes more torque and doesn't have a driveshaft running to the Rear wheels to steal power before it can be put to the ground. the 300z undoubtedly has more potential and RWD is a more optimal platform for the kind of power it can produce. However the nissan VQ engine has been given the title Best v6 in its class by Wards Automotive ever since it's debut. The VQ30 makes 190 hp and 205 lbs of tq and the maxima ranges from 2895 lbs to 3100 lbs. there are a lot of options for maxima's that can vary it's weight ie: leather seats, power seats, moonroof, etc. but even at it's heaviest it's still at least 200 lbs lighter than a 300z. As for the variations of VG30 and VE30 i'm not 100% on the VE but the vg has 2 variations in the maxima. The VG30E, a 160 hp 176 lbs tq sohc 3.0L V6 that comes in the base model. in the SE there is the VG30DE which makes 190 hp and 190 lbs tq. D designates DOHC and is therefore the more pwerful engine. the version in the 300z makes 220 hp and 198 lbs of tq but is used in a car that weighs 300-400 lbs more, depending on the model, not to mention the drivetrain loss i mentioned. thereby nullifying it's power advantage.
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Do you know what kind of power increase the super-charger gave to your friends NA 300zx approximately? And in addition, lets say someone lives in the city where there is usally mild traffic and he/she would usually have to travel at about 15-30 daily, but then takes their car to the strip on weekends. For the city, the way I understand it is that if the person had a turbo 300zx he should would suffer because of the loss in low-end torque, and very bad throttle response. While the super-charger probably would be less powerful than the turbo, but help with the boost of power across the entire rpm range. Also, is there a large difference between the Nissan 350z and the Infiniti G35? Thanks! |
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And in addition, do any of you guys what makes the 240sx a good drifting car besides the fact that it's relatively light and has rwd?
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its well balanced.... the best drifting cars are front engine, rwd cars... some examples are the skyline gts, rx7, s13, s14, s15, ae86
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03-13-2004, 08:29 PM | #13 | |
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yeah, i meant to say VG, thanx for correcting me. but actually, the stock VQ35DE is stronger than the VG30DETT.
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Also why is a front engine RWD car better for drifting compared to maybe a mid-rear engine AWD car, or another combination of these two characteristics? Basically, what is it that makes this combination ideal for drifting? |
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