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Yes, it really doesn't matter because ATTESA AWD system is much better than VLSD on RWD, grips better. As I remember guys from the motortrend(?) tested both S RWD and X AWD on the track and the AWD model was better in traction and had better lap times!
So, the main choice is between MT (RWD) and AT (AWD!).
So, the main choice is between MT (RWD) and AT (AWD!).
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So, the main choice is between MT (RWD) and AT (AWD!).
Road and Track Magazine tested the G35S vs the G35X. (07+)Originally Posted by harp00n
Yes, it really doesn't matter because ATTESA AWD system is much better than VLSD on RWD, grips better. As I remember guys from the motortrend(?) tested both S RWD and X AWD on the track and the AWD model was better in traction and had better lap times!So, the main choice is between MT (RWD) and AT (AWD!).
Rear Drive vs. All-Wheel Drive: That Is the Question
For fun, we brought a rear-drive Infiniti G35 to our autocross and compared it with its all-wheel-drive G35x brother, in both wet and dry conditions with VDC yaw control switched off. We assumed the rear-driver would be quicker in the dry, given its ability to hang out its tail and help the driver tighten his line. But in the wet, we were confident the all-wheel-driver would have a tremendous advantage, hooking up better out of turns. Here's what we learned:
Well, we were wrong on one front, right on the other. Based on group average times on the dry autocross, the awd G35x proved itself faster, surprising us with its rear-biased manners and lapping nearly a second (0.9 sec.) quicker than the rear-drive G35. In the wet the G35x fared even better, 1.3 sec. quicker than the rear-drive G35.
Credit goes to the electronically controlled awd system, which maintains a rear-drive bias while endowing the car with improved stability. Don't get us wrong, the G35x still liked to hang its tail out, but the driver didn't need to be quite so careful with the throttle to keep the car's back end in check. In the rear-drive G35, the driver had to be far less aggressive with the throttle (and quicker with corrections) to post respectable times. Wet or dry, the awd G35x was far easier to drive quickly.
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Rear Drive vs. All-Wheel Drive: That Is the Question
For fun, we brought a rear-drive Infiniti G35 to our autocross and compared it with its all-wheel-drive G35x brother, in both wet and dry conditions with VDC yaw control switched off. We assumed the rear-driver would be quicker in the dry, given its ability to hang out its tail and help the driver tighten his line. But in the wet, we were confident the all-wheel-driver would have a tremendous advantage, hooking up better out of turns. Here's what we learned:
Well, we were wrong on one front, right on the other. Based on group average times on the dry autocross, the awd G35x proved itself faster, surprising us with its rear-biased manners and lapping nearly a second (0.9 sec.) quicker than the rear-drive G35. In the wet the G35x fared even better, 1.3 sec. quicker than the rear-drive G35.
Credit goes to the electronically controlled awd system, which maintains a rear-drive bias while endowing the car with improved stability. Don't get us wrong, the G35x still liked to hang its tail out, but the driver didn't need to be quite so careful with the throttle to keep the car's back end in check. In the rear-drive G35, the driver had to be far less aggressive with the throttle (and quicker with corrections) to post respectable times. Wet or dry, the awd G35x was far easier to drive quickly.
I read this article and I believe it is looking at the V35 sedan.Originally Posted by AesonVirus
Road and Track Magazine tested the G35S vs the G35X. (07+)Rear Drive vs. All-Wheel Drive: That Is the Question
For fun, we brought a rear-drive Infiniti G35 to our autocross and compared it with its all-wheel-drive G35x brother, in both wet and dry conditions with VDC yaw control switched off. We assumed the rear-driver would be quicker in the dry, given its ability to hang out its tail and help the driver tighten his line. But in the wet, we were confident the all-wheel-driver would have a tremendous advantage, hooking up better out of turns. Here's what we learned:
Well, we were wrong on one front, right on the other. Based on group average times on the dry autocross, the awd G35x proved itself faster, surprising us with its rear-biased manners and lapping nearly a second (0.9 sec.) quicker than the rear-drive G35. In the wet the G35x fared even better, 1.3 sec. quicker than the rear-drive G35.
Credit goes to the electronically controlled awd system, which maintains a rear-drive bias while endowing the car with improved stability. Don't get us wrong, the G35x still liked to hang its tail out, but the driver didn't need to be quite so careful with the throttle to keep the car's back end in check. In the rear-drive G35, the driver had to be far less aggressive with the throttle (and quicker with corrections) to post respectable times. Wet or dry, the awd G35x was far easier to drive quickly.
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It was, but for the sake of argument, the facts remain.
http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/co..._drive_page_10
And in those models, I believe the S with the MT had more HP than the base/Journey/AWD models, so that just speaks of how well the AWD system works in our cars.
Back to the OP's question however, 0-60 times are pretty much the same due to each car's pros/cons
Happy motoring, whateva you have
http://www.roadandtrack.com/tests/co..._drive_page_10
And in those models, I believe the S with the MT had more HP than the base/Journey/AWD models, so that just speaks of how well the AWD system works in our cars.
Back to the OP's question however, 0-60 times are pretty much the same due to each car's pros/cons
Happy motoring, whateva you have
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If I were you I would go with the Sport model! If you mod, then you can really make it looks nice with the aggressive wheels offsets in the front and in the rear. With the X(AWD) you pretty much must have same wheel/tire width in the front and back. Sport also have lighter steering feel, it just feels in more control (while it actually doesn't lol) + it has sport seats and pedal shifts.
It also depends on your weather conditons where you live. If you live up north where it snows a lot then go with the X. The S isn't very good/safe in those areas.
It also depends on your weather conditons where you live. If you live up north where it snows a lot then go with the X. The S isn't very good/safe in those areas.
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If you don't need AWD or want MT buy the S.
Honestly there is not much if any difference in acceleration with the same tire set up. Most reviews getting the .2 sec slower on the X due to the tires. Somebody who drve the same car with different tires on the track knows how much differences the tire can make.
However if the weather or road conditions are not perfect the x will be winner. Also if you go FI later on you probably better off with the AWD You can get better traction off the start.
Honestly there is not much if any difference in acceleration with the same tire set up. Most reviews getting the .2 sec slower on the X due to the tires. Somebody who drve the same car with different tires on the track knows how much differences the tire can make.
However if the weather or road conditions are not perfect the x will be winner. Also if you go FI later on you probably better off with the AWD You can get better traction off the start.