Nissan 370Z
| Nissan 370Z (Z34) | |
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2009 Nissan Fairlady Z
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan Motors |
| Also called | Nissan Fairlady Z (Japan) |
| Production | 2009–present |
| Assembly | , , Japan |
| Designer | Randy Rodriguez; Diane Allen (2005) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | |
| Layout | FMR layout |
| Platform | Nissan FM platform |
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| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.7L VQ37VHR V6 |
| Transmission | |
| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm (100.4 in) |
| Length | 4,240 mm (166.9 in) |
| Width | 1,850 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,320 mm (52.0 in) |
| Curb weight | 3,232 lb (1,466 kg) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Nissan 350Z |
The Nissan 370Z (known as the Fairlady Z Z34 in Japan) is a 2-door, 2-seater sports car (S-segment in Europe) manufactured by Nissan Motors. It was announced on October 29, 2008 and was first shown at an event in Los Angeles ahead of the 2008 Greater LA Auto Show, before being officially unveiled at the show itself. The 370Z is the sixth-generation of the Nissan Z-car line, succeeding the 350Z.
Almost every piece and component of the 370Z has been redesigned from the previous 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 a front aluminium subframe, aluminium-alloy engine cradle, aluminium door panels, an all-aluminium hood, and an aluminium hatch. Front body torsion rigidity is improved by 10 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. Rear body torsion rigidity is improved by up to 22 percent and rear body vertical bending rigidity is improved by up to 30 percent. Additional enhancements include the use of a carbon fiber composite radiator housing and strengthening of the rear fender and hatch areas. The new structure weighs slightly less than the 350Z.
The 370Z uses a front double wishbone suspension, with forged aluminium control arms and steering knuckle, the rear multi-link suspension uses a forged aluminium upper control arm, lower arm and radius rod, the toe control rod is steel and wheel carrier assembly is aluminium. The refreshed 2013 model uses new dampers with the Sport package models. The brakes have been changed from the more expensive Brembo racing brakes to Nissan branded brakes which are manufactured by Akebono.
The coefficient of drag is 0.30 and 0.29 with the Sport Package, figures identical to the 350Z.
Japanese model of 370Z Coupe went on sale in December 1, 2008.
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