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Old 06-04-2008 | 11:19 PM
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Mazda rx8? or Nissan 350z?

Which is the best? I love the rx8, im getting one myself.
Butttt... many people have told me to get the z.. what do you all think?

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Old 06-04-2008 | 11:20 PM
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rx8 for fun
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Old 06-04-2008 | 11:22 PM
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well considering ur on a rx8 forum u figuere it out lol rx8= fun to drive, great handling,sexy 350z= fast,sexy,no back seat,i hear not so comfortable.. just dont buy a rx8 and complain its not fast enough thats all, only way to make fast is nitrous, or FI... FI is not cheap
Old 06-04-2008 | 11:23 PM
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in simpler terms, the rx-8 is like ocean's 11; it's clever, smart, elegantly engineered, a bit nerdy, and tons of fun. the z, on the other hand, is like a jerry crockheimer movie, say armageddon. it's loud and, well, loud, entertaining, but a bit stupid, like a big dumb animal =P
Old 06-04-2008 | 11:43 PM
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this is an rx8 frorum.

btw, buy what YOU want.. why the hell do you care what other people think?
Old 06-04-2008 | 11:47 PM
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Old 06-04-2008 | 11:50 PM
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You're asking about a 350Z on a forum full of hardcore rotary enthusiasts. Of course everyones comments will say that the Z is not fun/cool as the 8.

In my opinion, the Z's capability is pretty much on par with the 8. The Z's handling is still incredible just like our 8's, the Z's power overpowers the 8, and it's a great car for enthusiasts. The 8's gas mileage is pretty bad compared to the Z but the comes with seating for 4. Alot of people complain on the Z's ergonomics, but like said before, it's more for an enthusiast. I love my 8, I just wish I had power and mpg like the Z.
Old 06-04-2008 | 11:50 PM
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Old 06-05-2008 | 12:02 AM
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Old 06-05-2008 | 12:05 AM
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Well, if you're into beating high school kids off of red lights then the Z is for you.

However, if you consider driving to be a fun way to unwind and relax and/or get invigorated and charged up, get the 8.

Haven't you seen the top gear video?

Someone will find a link, I'm sure.
Old 06-05-2008 | 12:12 AM
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The 8 looks better. And drives better too.

Good luck..
Old 06-05-2008 | 12:15 AM
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topgear rx8: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrjBsSHB-DM

topgear 350z: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnEckXAunK8
Old 06-05-2008 | 12:28 AM
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Rx8 - Seats 4, smooth rev, great handling, looks nice, OK trunk space

350z - 2 seater, Strong torque, OK handling, looks nice, almost no trunk space.
Old 06-05-2008 | 12:29 AM
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Old 06-05-2008 | 12:38 AM
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i won't lie, the zed is an interesting car, but i've fallen in love with a better woman and i woudnt give her up for the world
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:20 AM
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do you need 4 seats or not?
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:31 AM
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Originally Posted by Mugatu
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Best response so far.
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:36 AM
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Originally Posted by rglbegl
Best response so far.
Just because this have been discussed a gazillion times before.
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:43 AM
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According to the top gear episode (i dont know which one but it is out there) the bmw m3, the 350z, and the RX-8 scored the exact same track time. this means if u want to brag about how u can keep up with ppl who have 70 more horsepower than u then the RX-8 is the PERFECT car for u.
Its definately the perfect car for me!
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:44 AM
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Eh, Top Gear is way too biased towards car comparisons...
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:45 AM
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^Top gear is extremely biased, they hate american cars with a passion

Just ask those people who want you to get the Z what a wankel rotary engine is, they will probably shut up.
Old 06-05-2008 | 01:52 AM
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here is ur proof!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrjBsSHB-DM
Old 06-05-2008 | 02:02 AM
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I love my RX8. And I get goose bumps every time I watch the Top Gear Review.

The best part is you get to go to the track and blow by all the guys in "faster" cars that talk smack about your 4 door.
Old 06-05-2008 | 02:02 AM
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I don't know why he thinks the 8 is ugly, I guess it just isn't third world enough for England.
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just get a z the gas prices are too high right now and plus im pretty sure ur gonna want to drag all the time anyway


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