2011 Dodge Challenger vs. 2010-2011 Nissan 370z. Which is better performance-wise?

[TheAnimal_013]

Title says it all. For the longest I've been leaning towards the 370z but I now am frequently hearing that performance wise the Challenger and 370z are neck in neck other than a few select things.

Which is faster?
More "modability" (some cars don't react well to aftermarket parts)
Overall better?

Make sure to back your opinions amply

Thanks in advance

[TheAnimal_013]

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idk if it'll effect anything but regardless of which I'll be getting I'll be buying it as a manual transmission

[HardWorkPaysof]

Title says it all. For the longest I've been leaning towards the 370z but I now am frequently hearing that performance wise the Challenger and 370z are neck in neck other than a few select things.

Which is faster?
More "modability" (some cars don't react well to aftermarket parts)
Overall better?

Make sure to back your opinions amply

Thanks in advance

Depends, if we're talking the SRT8, then Challenger hands down. If not, I'd take the Z. I've driven both, I like the torquiness and the growl of the challenger, its much more alpha. I am also biased because I am a Jeep SRT8 owner.

[3VANGELIST]

you're comparing a muscle with a tuner?

[samscar]

Age:17



don't get your hopes up *******

[HardWorkPaysof]

you're comparing a muscle with a tuner?

Exactly.. its apples to oranges. Like I said, if it's not the SRT then there's some room for comparison maybe. If it's the SRT, no contest

[Mark2K8]

if SRT = challenger
anything else, tree seventy

[TheAnimal_013]

Depends, if we're talking the SRT8, then Challenger hands down. If not, I'd take the Z. I've driven both, I like the torquiness and the growl of the challenger, its much more alpha. I am also biased because I am a Jeep SRT8 owner.

Yeah we are talking the SRT8 plus adding in that the new Challenger is rumored to have a new Hemi and even more horsepower

wut

[DevilsDiesel]

Well the Challenger SRT8 starts out at what like $43,000. No thanks I think I'll definitely pass.

So you are looking at like 50-65K for this car once you get it off the lot not even including special features you may add.

[Brrcats]

i'd get the 370, straight line accelleration should be slower than a SRT challenger if thats what you're comparing, but the 370 is a all around better sports car, while the challenger is pretty unimpressive handling wise

[TheAnimal_013]

Btw for so many of you saying the SRT8 would do away with the 370z, could you explain to me why you think that? Just lay down the facts so I can understand lol.

[HardWorkPaysof]

Yeah we are talking the SRT8 plus adding in that the new Challenger is rumored to have a new Hemi and even more horsepower



wut

Chally hands down. Sucks I'll still prob smoke you in my 5000lb jeep(AWD).

And to whoever said it'll end up costing 60k after options, howboutno.

[HardWorkPaysof]

i'd get the 370, straight line accelleration should be slower than a SRT challenger if thats what you're comparing, but the 370 is a all around better sports car, while the challenger is pretty unimpressive handling wise

Put some springs on it and it'll handle ten times better, I doubt the Z handles THAT much better anyway. Not to mention put a kennebell supercharger on it or TT, ohai 600hp

EDIT** : One aspect that the Z is much, much better than the SRT has to be gas mileage. In my jeep my best I've EVER gotten was 11.6. You've been warned lol

[TheAnimal_013]

i'd get the 370, straight line accelleration should be slower than a SRT challenger if thats what you're comparing, but the 370 is a all around better sports car, while the challenger is pretty unimpressive handling wise

Ok I understand that the Challenger would win in a drag but is that the Challenger's only performance based advantage?

I understand the Nissan probably handles better and is more suitable for turns. How much so? I'm looking for the more versatile of the two.

[Future-Swole]

Is this even a question?

First of all, Age: 17

Second of all, if you were actually going to be getting the car you'd go and test drive them.

370 z skidpad: 0.94g

Challenger SRT- .9

Theres your difference, like i said easily fixed w springs

Stats: 5'9 232 lbs

Gunna need some stiff ass springs.

[HardWorkPaysof]

Ok I understand that the Challenger would win in a drag but is that the Challenger's only performance based advantage?

I understand the Nissan probably handles better and is more suitable for turns. How much so? I'm looking for the more versatile of the two.

370 z skidpad: 0.94g

Challenger SRT- .9

Theres your difference, like i said easily fixed w springs

[BleachedAnus]

you ceo'n at 17 OP?


btw id say get the Z.

[TheAnimal_013]

you ceo'n at 17 OP?


btw id say get the Z.

No. I've spent a LOT of time saving for a new car of my choice. Long time.

That and I've just cashed in my bonds that have been in the bank since I was born. Parents agreed to let me finance the rest depending on what car I get.

[shempskidd]

370.

[TheAnimal_013]

370.

Like I said. Give an explanation

[usmcjy]

lulz a *******s in this thread trying to justify the challenger...the 370z beats the challenger in all areas

dont get me wrong, i love the challenger and plan on getting one some day, but as an all around sports car, the 370z just beats it

[KB604]

New Challenger is getting a 6.4L hemi, rating ~only~ at 475hp. This has been confirmed by chrysler i believe.

FUUU. Should be way more. New mustang 5.0 would still blow the challenger out of the water i bet.

But Challenger >>> 370.

Modwise, u got a huge engine to play with. Slap on supercharger or turbocharger.

[germanyt]

370.

If you want an American muscle/sports car why choose the worst of the Big 3?

[HardWorkPaysof]

lulz a *******s in this thread trying to justify the challenger...the 370z beats the challenger in all areas

dont get me wrong, i love the challenger and plan on getting one some day, but as an all around sports car, the 370z just beats it

Besides handling, name one aspect the Z outshines the challenger in. Not to mention the interior of the chally SH--S on the Z

[schabowy90]

370 will be funner if you're into handling and tight turns and ****.

challenger with a v8 will be a more comfortable cruising car with power.



think of it like this.

Bentley continental GT or SS vs a ferrari f430.

ones built for speed and handling to simulate a racecar, ones built to be fast and decent handling but is heavy, but a really great "cruiser"




Id get a challenger personally, for the character and cruise factor. I own a stang GT now though so im a big biased.

with that said, 370s interiors are awesome. everythings nice to the touch. Ive been in one.

[IIMaCkiNII]

I'd go with the 370. Challenger is definitely not a handler. I also don't think springs are going to get it to 370z levels either.

It all depends on what you want OP. Straight line performance or decent straight line with better cornering.

[HardWorkPaysof]

370.

If you want an American muscle/sports car why choose the worst of the Big 3?

I will say that a '11 GT mustang would outhandle both cars most likely, not to mention is faster. This is coming from a serious mustang hater too

[IIMaCkiNII]

Not to mention the interior of the chally SH--S on the Z

lol wut?

[imsoronery]

370z. i got the car few months ago, it's a blast to drive. handling is insane and its quick.

[imsoronery]

Besides handling, name one aspect the Z outshines the challenger in. Not to mention the interior of the chally SH--S on the Z

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