Article Comments - 2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2008 BMW 135i

39 messages, Last post on Oct 04, 2009 at 7:21 AM

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Comparison Test: 2009 Nissan 370Z vs. 2008 BMW 135i - The BMW 135i wasn't napping, though. On its second and fifth braking attempts, the Bavarian repeated silent and controlled stops from 60 mph of 108 feet. The Z-car has an advantage here in tire choice, but we also found that the BMW brake system makes it a little easier to jump on the pedal and still get response that is more linear and easier to modulate. (more)

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#16 of 39 by dat2 Jan 15, 2009 (1:32 pm)
Is it fair to compare a 370z right off the assembly line with a well broken in 1 series?? You could have gotten a 1 series with no miles to make the performance numbers more representative (I would think a well broken in 370z will shave a few tenths off it's accel numbers)
#17 of 39 warranty info-- by dat2 Jan 15, 2009 (5:14 pm)
the warranty info is still messed up, all nissans have a 5/60 powertrain warranty.
#18 of 39 by compliance Feb 05, 2009 (9:20 am)
Wow, they hyperbole is laid on thick in this article. I think I even saw an attempt to call the 370z practical! It all sounds like new model syndrome to me. The luster will fade and everyone will recognize that it really isn't any better than its always been. The VQ will still be rough and moan like a cow, the ride will still be stiff and crude, and it will still be ugly. Give me a 135i or a (used) Cayman any day.
#19 of 39 by graphikzking Feb 05, 2009 (12:58 pm)
Wow.. I can't believe how many people have such strong opinions on cars but yet NEVER driven them. Cross-shopping the 135 and 370 absolutely makes sense. Although the 135 has backseats, all they are good for is a gym bag or a little car seat (good for a kid for 2 yrs max). I DID own a 350z. Although I thought it was a little slow.. I did like the handling etc. There was no abnormal road noise etc. If you compared it to an Evo, Sti, Mustang, Camaro etc. The car handed almost as sharp as the evo/sti and sounded much better and much more compliant than any domestic muscle car. I think Nissan did a TREMENDOUS job of "splitting" the middle of the ride quality, sound etc. I did think the 350z lacked a little power (even though it was rated at 287), and hopefully this extra .2liters and 40hp is felt. The acceleration time on this car could also be attributed to wider tires and not the more hp. My old 350 couldn't hook up off the line and I believe they were 255 rears.. so 275s will add much needed grip. The 135.. I LOVE the hatchback, but the coup is just squished looking. If they brought the hatch, I would definately be interested.. but not at 7k premium over a Z! Replies to this message: gardencar1 (Mar 26, 2009 11:15 pm) ingvar (Apr 14, 2009 7:11 am) gardencar1 (Apr 21, 2009 4:38 pm) and 4 more...
#20 of 39 by dieseltc Feb 06, 2009 (5:10 pm)
Sorry, still can't get past the 135's front fascia ... looks like a kid who just got caught with his hand in the cookie jar. <8-O
#21 of 39 A Question of Style by 4ron Feb 07, 2009 (9:04 am)
I am somewhat surprised that Edmunds would choose the boy racer Nissan 370Z over the overall refinement and capability of the BMW 135i. Obviously strong opinions about the car's looks won out!
#22 of 39 The 370Z IS better than the 1-series by 4maticbenz Feb 07, 2009 (3:10 pm)
The 370Z may be better and cooler than the skimpy little 1-series, but honestly the 3-series just dominates the 370Z AND the G37. Had this been a 335i vs the 370Z, i think it would have been a different result Replies to this message: rodsterinfl (Jun 03, 2009 4:10 pm) roadburner (Jun 03, 2009 8:04 pm) gardencar1 (Jun 10, 2009 7:30 pm) and 1 more... 4maticbenz (Jun 11, 2009 2:30 pm) roadburner (Jun 12, 2009 8:02 am)
#23 of 39 by elbee Feb 07, 2009 (3:11 pm)
the new Z is an undoubted improvement and im a big believer in you get what u pay for. but the latest Z isnt even remotely affordable to the majority that lust after it. And it is sinfully ugly.
#24 of 39 the 135i has a sport wheel/tire upgrade by rmcE46 Feb 07, 2009 (11:34 pm)
As someone pointed out above they said the sports package for the BMW doesnt have performance tires or wheels, which it does, the sport package also gives a lower ride hight due to a sportier suspension and the seats are so much better than the normal ones. I personally don't like the 370z, it looks like a big red jacuzzi like the heart shapped ones you see in cheap hotels in the movies. I think that edmunds could have used a new 135i with the sport package and had a better opinion of it, I mean they got a sports package for the Z why not for the 135i. Just like with the new skyline, people will start to give this car the real review it deserves when the new model syndrome wears off and their backs hurt from the ride. And yes I have driven both of these cars.
#25 of 39 Re: [graphikzking] by gardencar1 Mar 26, 2009 (11:15 pm)
Replying to: graphikzking (Feb 05, 2009 12:58 pm) Wow! I can't believe that people have such strong opinions about back seats without ever having sat in one! You are 100% wrong about the back seats on the 135i. The back seats definitely fit much more than a gym bag and they definitely are good for more than a "kid 2 yrs max." The rear leg room on the 135i is only 1" less than those on the 335i. I know because I made sure when deciding between the two, that the seats would be adequate, if not comfortable. I made the salesman sit in the back with me and although I'm only 5'6" he was 6'3'. We fit fine, and were not shoulder to shoulder. Since then, on various occasions, I've had friends ranging from 5'6" to 6'1" in the back seat, or teenagers 12 and 13, or my seven year old daughter and one of her friends, both in car seats. By the way, my 135i is a convertible. The back seats on the coupe are even roomier. I had to set the record straight. The back seats you are referring to must be the ones on the Porsche Carrera or the Lexus SC470, not on the BMW 135i. Replies to this message: ingvar (Apr 14, 2009 7:11 am) gardencar1 (Apr 21, 2009 4:38 pm) PaulBD (Apr 24, 2009 12:49 am) and 2 more... perunest (Jun 16, 2009 4:31 am)