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| Manufacturer | Nissan Motors |
|---|---|
| Also called | Fairlady Z |
| Assembly | Tochigi, Tochigi Japan |
| Predecessor | Nissan 350Z |
| Class | sports car |
| Body style(s) | coupe |
| Layout | FMR layout |
| Platform | FM platform |
| Engine(s) | 3.7 L (226 cu in) VQ37VHR V6 |
| Related | Infiniti G37 Nissan Skyline |
The Nissan 370Z (known as the Fairlady Z in Japan) is a sports car manufactured by Nissan Motors.[1] It was announced on October 29, 2008 and was unveiled at the 2008 Greater Los Angeles Auto Show.[2][3] The 370Z is the sixth-generation of Nissan's Z-car line, originally introduced in the 1970 model year as the Datsun 240Z. The coupe is set to enter production in January 2009 for the 2009 model year[1] followed by the roadster version in the 2010 model year.[4]
The 370Z was unofficially revealed in public at an event in Los Angeles ahead of the 2008 LA Auto Show.[5]
Design
The Nissan 370Z is a front engine rear-wheel-drive two door sports car. The vehicle features the long-hood short-deck design common to the Z-Car family continuing the tradition of exchanging trunk room for increased performance. External design highlights include a sloping fastback style roof line, high waistline, and bulging fenders that are pushed out to the corners of the vehicle.
Interior cabin design is straight forward. The main gauge pod is mounted directly to the steering column allowing their movement to coincide with steering wheel adjustments. Additional gauges are mounted in a center triple gauge cluster. Unlike the 350Z, the 370Z does make use of a conventional glove box.
Changes from the 350Z include a straighter and sharper A-pillar (similar to the GT-R), new aggressive Maxima-inspired headlights, intelligent key system, more pronounced fender arches, new rocker panels and a new liftgate.[6]
Engineering
Almost every piece and component of the 370Z has been redesigned. It is powered by the VQ37VHR 3.7 L (230 cu in) DOHC V6 (the same one found in the Infiniti G37 but tuned differently) with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control and produces 332 bhp (248 kW/337 PS). That power is sent to the rear wheels through a new 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters or 6-speed manual transmission that features a world's first synchronized downshift rev matching system as a part of the Sport Package. The car has a Differential Power Switch.
Compared to the 350Z, the 370Z has a wheelbase 4 in (100 mm) shorter at 100.4 in (2,550 mm) and an overall length 2.7 in (69 mm) shorter at 167.1 in (4,240 mm). The overall width has been increased by 1.3 in (33 mm), the rear track by 2.2 in (56 mm), and overall height reduced by 0.3 in (7.6 mm). The smaller exterior dimensions and use of more lightweight materials help reduce weight. The 370Z features aluminum door panels, an all-aluminum hood, and an aluminum hatch.
Front body torsion rigidity is improved by 30 percent with an extensively revised body structure which includes a new front suspension cradle to reduce front body lateral bending, new rear structural reinforcements, and an underbody "V-bar" to help reduce rear lateral bending. Additional enhancements include the use of a carbon fiber composite radiator housing and strengthening of the rear fender and hatch areas. Rear body torsion rigidity is improved by up to 22 percent and rear body vertical bending rigidity is improved by up to 30 percent.
Specifications
| 2009 | |
|---|---|
| Available Trims | 370Z (base), Touring |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | VQ37VHR 3.7 L (226 cu in) V6 332 bhp (248 kW) at 7000 rpm 270 lb·ft (370 N·m) at 5200 rpm |
| Transmission | 7-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters 6-speed manual transmission with SynchroRev Match system |
| Dimensions | |
| Curb Weight | 3,232 lb (1,466 kg) (base) 0 lb (0 kg) (Tour) |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in (2,550 mm) |
| Length | 167.1 in (4,240 mm) |
| Width | 72.8 in (1,850 mm) |
| Height | 51.8 in (1,320 mm) |
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