Nissan 350Z
The 2008 Nissan 350Z is the fifth generation of the Z car line, a powerful sport car produced by Nissan Co, Ltd. The 350Z has entered the market in 2002 and comes as a two doors coupe or roadster. It features a 3.5 liter V6 front engine and rear wheel drive. The Nissan 350Z is a truly beautiful sports car, with a long hood short deck design. The car has a sloping fastback style roofline and features unique brushed aluminum door handles. 350Z’s high waistline complements its beauty. The interior is brushed with aluminum accents and looks quite impressive for a sports car.
Lately, Nissan 350Z comes as Nismo 350Z, built on the same 3.5 liter V6 engine but with a 6-speed manual transmission. The car also features the Nismo aerodynamics pack, including a nice front fascia, side skirts and an extended rear fascia. The rear fascia has an underbody diffuser and a rear wing. Nismo also added multi-link suspension, Brembo brakes, and gray RAYS alloy wheels.
Nissan 350Z has outstanding technical specifications. The car is powered by a 3.5 L V6 engine featuring 306 horse power at 6,800 rpm and capable of 268 ft-lb force (363 Nm) at 4,800 rpm. The car comes with 6-speed manual or 5-speed automatic transmission. There are several models and packets available. The Coupe model features the Base, Enthusiast, Touring, Grand Touring, and NISMO models. The Roadster offers the Enthusiast, Touring, and Grand Touring models. The wheelbase is the same in all models and is 104.3 inches (2,649 mm). The length of the car is just 169.8 inches (4,313 mm) and the width of 71.5 inches (1,816 mm). The 350Z is 52.1 inches (1,323 mm) tall.
The Nissan 350Z sports car is widely used in drifting competitions due to its high specifications for this kind of race. Nissan 350Z obtained very good positions in the drifting competitions and driver Tanner Foust became the first driver that scored a perfect 100 points in a 350Z. The car is also used in drag racing. Featuring heavily modified engine with a twin turbo added, one 350Z achieved 1,700 horse power (1270 kW). This car made an 8.33 second quarter mile time and had a best speed of 176.72 mph (284.40 km/h). This is in fact astonishing. With a competent driver behind the wheel, the Nissan 305Z, many Porsche Boxter divers can be surprised by this fast car. Nissan 350Z has very good reviews regarding performance, handling and braking, making it one of the most successful sports cars on the market today.
The Nissan 350Z can get you to from 0 to 60 mph in just 5.5 seconds and the engine’s torque is 90 percent available from just 2000 rpm. The 350Z’s weight is deliberately spread to ensure the handling puts a big smile on your face. The car has 53% of its mass at the front and results in the car’s traction on the turn-in to corners to be maximized. The overall design boosts grip to the wheels that transmit power to the road in order to accelerate the car as quickly as it can. From the front to the rear, this car has been designed to slip through the air with the least resistance possible. The surface under the Nissan 350Z has been made in such way that it limits the air turbulence at high speeds. Nissans centre of gravity is in the center of the car resulting in an impressive stability at high speeds.
Overall, the Nissan 350Z is a powerful, not to mention beautiful, sports car. Its price best reflects its capabilities and if you are looking for a well balanced sports car, than the 350Z is for you. Aside the racing performances, this car also feature a great modern interior design. The maneuverability of the car is great from high speeds to low speeds. You can easily park this car anywhere it fits. Also, as speed increases, the steer gets less aid, allowing you more feedback from the road. Whether you are an experienced driver or just a beginner, you will feel comfortable in this amazing car and you will enjoy a brand new driving experience unknown to many people.
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