2005 Infiniti G35 sedan 6MT vs. BMW 330i ZHP
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#17
Originally Posted by MrBillMartin
If the 330 wasn't so much damn money I dont think the G35 would of sold as well. Its a better car, its a BMW.
The car may cost more, and performace parts may cost more, but if you can afford it...Go For It. If not go with the G, you will still be happy, but its not a BMW.
The car may cost more, and performace parts may cost more, but if you can afford it...Go For It. If not go with the G, you will still be happy, but its not a BMW.
BMW= Big Money Wagons
BMW makes some great cars, but for the money they're overrated- all you're paying for is the name and propeller logo
#18
I guess you've never driven one.
You're smarter than that, right?
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
#19
Hell all you have to do is get in a loaded base-model VW Jetta ($18k?), let alone an Audi to realize that we really got cheated vs the Germans in the interior design department. If you've ever driven a modern German car you'll realize that you can pretty much do all you'd want with the controls with your eyes closed. None of this "second elbow required to turn off traction control while you accidentally open the trunk" business, or "entire dashboard reflecting off of the window" or cheap lumbar control, or COMPLETELY insane seat control positions... Everything in a German car always seems to be EXACTLY where you'd want / expect it to be.
The japanese aren't exactly renowned for their excess in the comfort department... I mean... who takes their shoes off to eat for cryin' out loud??
The japanese aren't exactly renowned for their excess in the comfort department... I mean... who takes their shoes off to eat for cryin' out loud??
#20
Originally Posted by Downtown
You're smarter than that, right?
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
#21
Originally Posted by Downtown
You're smarter than that, right?
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
For those of you familiar w/ German Engineering (Porsche', BMW), you know that they are the only manufactures who have successfully bridged comfort, and performance together.
Sure, you can still buy a bone jarring ride. But in general, these cars have found this niche' better than any other.
I can't ride in a viper longer than 30 min. A vette' longer than an hour, but I've driven a 911 across I-15 from Utah to CA, and it was a comfortable as a Lexus.
Right on. You Pay the High German Price for a reason. Some people just can see beyond a window sticker.
#22
Originally Posted by Klubbheads
On the paper 2004 G35 has identical performance numbers as 330ZHP (skidpad, acceleration, slalom, so on (both 6MTs)).
So if i were you i would go and drive the 2005 g35 6mt and 330ZHP and see if its 330 is worth the extra 7-8 grand.
So if i were you i would go and drive the 2005 g35 6mt and 330ZHP and see if its 330 is worth the extra 7-8 grand.
Anyway it looks like th battle in this sector is "heating up". Just read that the 06 330 coming out in May will have an additional 30 HP which should give it a narrow lead. Meanwile rumors are out that the new 06 baby Lexus (IS 300?) is getting a 300 HP engine. If true this will be a 330 killer. I wonder what Infinity will do with the G in 06 to counter all this.
#23
Originally Posted by doogie
4. Interior comfort
----> Beemer.... WINS (gotta insert the Mortal Kombat voice here)
5. Chick magnet credibility
----> Beemer.... WINS
FATALITY!!!
Chicks don't care about the other things you mentioned and let's face it, it's all about the sausage pouch dude.
"Beemers will get you more screamers"
----> Beemer.... WINS (gotta insert the Mortal Kombat voice here)
5. Chick magnet credibility
----> Beemer.... WINS
FATALITY!!!
Chicks don't care about the other things you mentioned and let's face it, it's all about the sausage pouch dude.
"Beemers will get you more screamers"
#24
Originally Posted by dude9
Wow, I didn't know that the current 330 has identical acceleration as the G35. I thought the G35 was the fastest in its class.
Anyway it looks like th battle in this sector is "heating up". Just read that the 06 330 coming out in May will have an additional 30 HP which should give it a narrow lead. Meanwile rumors are out that the new 06 baby Lexus (IS 300?) is getting a 300 HP engine. If true this will be a 330 killer. I wonder what Infinity will do with the G in 06 to counter all this.
Anyway it looks like th battle in this sector is "heating up". Just read that the 06 330 coming out in May will have an additional 30 HP which should give it a narrow lead. Meanwile rumors are out that the new 06 baby Lexus (IS 300?) is getting a 300 HP engine. If true this will be a 330 killer. I wonder what Infinity will do with the G in 06 to counter all this.
Last edited by G35sedanman; 02-01-2005 at 07:39 PM.
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#27
Originally Posted by doogie
The japanese aren't exactly renowned for their excess in the comfort department... I mean... who takes their shoes off to eat for cryin' out loud??
What sense does it make to sit upright on a wooden chair with your shoes on?
#28
Originally Posted by doogie
As an Infiniti driver, I don't have to care. I know, bike vs car... but seriously, only if I owned one would I care.
For instance, BEFORE I owned my G, It was INFINITY, INFINITI INFINITEE, who cares, right? NOW... I have to correct people.
For instance, BEFORE I owned my G, It was INFINITY, INFINITI INFINITEE, who cares, right? NOW... I have to correct people.
And regarding the question at hand...Add another name to the list of people who would have bought a 330 were the price more competitive. The 330 is a better car IMO, but not 10k better.
Of all the cars I drove (minus the 330) the G35 felt most similar to my old (98) M3.
#29
Originally Posted by ComptechRSX
Right on. You Pay the High German Price for a reason. Some people just can see beyond a window sticker.
I like the G35, A LOT. I may buy one, however, I've been offered a deal on a '04 330i ZHP, for less than an '05 G.
And it's a tougher decision now.
#30
Joined: Jan 2004
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From: Toronto, GTA north
Originally Posted by Downtown
The argument was centered on what do you take if they are the same price.
I like the G35, A LOT. I may buy one, however, I've been offered a deal on a '04 330i ZHP, for less than an '05 G.
And it's a tougher decision now.
I like the G35, A LOT. I may buy one, however, I've been offered a deal on a '04 330i ZHP, for less than an '05 G.
And it's a tougher decision now.
I'd def ask for a print out, don't just take someones word.
What kind of milage on the 330i?