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

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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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#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)
#26 of 39 Re: [gardencar1] by ingvar Apr 14, 2009 (7:11 am)
Replying to: gardencar1 (Mar 26, 2009 11:15 pm) I can't believe that people have such strong opinions about back seats without ever having sat in one! I did. I am 6'3'' and 245lbs, retired weightlifter. If i seat on a front seat, nobody but cat or bag could seat in the back seat in Z or 1xxi. But I don't care about back seats at all, I don't use it at all, I need it for lower insurance premium only Replies to this message: gardencar1 (Apr 21, 2009 4:38 pm) PaulBD (Apr 24, 2009 12:49 am) gardencar1 (Apr 30, 2009 4:01 pm) roadburner (May 02, 2009 7:26 am) perunest (Jun 16, 2009 4:31 am)
#27 of 39 Re: [ingvar] by gardencar1 Apr 21, 2009 (4:38 pm)
Replying to: ingvar (Apr 14, 2009 7:11 am) Great idea. Buying a 135 over a Z4 might lower the premiums, because of back seats! If you had to fit four, at least you'd have the seat belts to be legal! Replies to this message: PaulBD (Apr 24, 2009 12:49 am) gardencar1 (Apr 30, 2009 4:01 pm) roadburner (May 02, 2009 7:26 am) perunest (Jun 16, 2009 4:31 am)
#28 of 39 Re: [gardencar1] by PaulBD Apr 24, 2009 (12:49 am)
Replying to: gardencar1 (Apr 21, 2009 4:38 pm) I got a 135i after trading in a Z4 and have been happier than ever. Replies to this message: gardencar1 (Apr 30, 2009 4:01 pm) roadburner (May 02, 2009 7:26 am)
#29 of 39 Re: [PaulBD] by gardencar1 Apr 30, 2009 (4:01 pm)
Replying to: PaulBD (Apr 24, 2009 12:49 am) I'm glad I got the 135i, then. I originally wanted the Z4, but decided it would be nicer if I could include my wife and daughter on top down cruising.
#30 of 39 Re: [PaulBD] by roadburner May 02, 2009 (7:26 am)
Replying to: PaulBD (Apr 24, 2009 12:49 am) I got a 135i after trading in a Z4 and have been happier than ever. I still would like to have a 135i for a track toy, I just don't like the thought of shelling out $40K and still having to pay $4000 or more to fit a limited-slip.
#31 of 39 Re: The 370Z IS better than the 1-series [4maticbenz] by rodsterinfl Jun 03, 2009 (4:10 pm)
Replying to: 4maticbenz (Feb 07, 2009 3:10 pm) I would disagree with you 4maticbenz. I spent months comparing cars before buying 2 weeks ago. I repeatedly drove the 128, 328, 135 and 335 and compared them to a G37 coupe and sedan, Audi A4, and the Acura TL. I took way longer than normal (Dec-May) to decide but ended up with the G37 sedan. Although it is not a Z it has room and inherits a great deal of the performance with poise. The 335 is nice but you are talking $10K more than a G at least and the 1 series is not the same car as the 3 at all. It is nice but, uh, not quite. The 128 by the way does not have the same steering and the 135 is about $5K more than the G. I fully intended to come home with a BMW but the G clearly has more going for it and won me over. Needless to say the BMW's on forums seem to have some issues with heat, valve ticking requiring "bleeding" and of course the legendary repair need. Thank goodness for the 4 year coverage. The G is supposed to be highly reliable, more features and well, much cheaper price tag. It is VERY hard to justify BMW $premiums$ as Japan has finally caught up with Germany! Replies to this message: roadburner (Jun 03, 2009 8:04 pm) gardencar1 (Jun 10, 2009 7:30 pm) 4maticbenz (Jun 11, 2009 2:33 pm) 4maticbenz (Jun 11, 2009 2:30 pm) roadburner (Jun 12, 2009 8:02 am)
#32 of 39 Re: The 370Z IS better than the 1-series [rodsterinfl] by roadburner Jun 03, 2009 (8:04 pm)
Replying to: rodsterinfl (Jun 03, 2009 4:10 pm) and of course the legendary repair need. Right. And you base that sweeping generalization on what? How many BMWs you've owned? Let me guess; somewhere between zero and none. Never mind; just keep bleating that urban legend if it makes you feel better about your purchase. But here's a fact: My 2007 Mazdaspeed 3 costs more to run than my 1995 3 Series and my 2004 X3 combined... Replies to this message: gardencar1 (Jun 10, 2009 7:30 pm) 4maticbenz (Jun 11, 2009 2:33 pm)
#33 of 39 Re: The 370Z IS better than the 1-series [roadburner] by gardencar1 Jun 10, 2009 (7:30 pm)
Replying to: roadburner (Jun 03, 2009 8:04 pm) I share roadburner's indignation at rodsterinfl's comments. It is always strange when people use dollars as one of the factors for determining which car is "better." If the Infiniti and the BMW where priced identically, which would you buy? Right...... Money should not be used to determine the better car, maybe what's better for your budget. I have owned two Bimmers and two Lexus ( or Lexi ). Although the Lexus brand may have an edge on reliability, the Bimmers were less expensive to repair and maintain, especially because of the free scheduled maintenance. And no, the Japanese have not caught up to the Germans in the area of performance, not to BMW and probably not to Porsche! Replies to this message: 4maticbenz (Jun 11, 2009 2:33 pm)
#34 of 39 Re: The 370Z IS better than the 1-series [rodsterinfl] by 4maticbenz Jun 11, 2009 (2:30 pm)
Replying to: rodsterinfl (Jun 03, 2009 4:10 pm) well, good choice. The G37 is probably the more sensible buy. And you're right; it is hard to justify a 3-series over a G37. The 335i does perform better but not worth the extra 5k. I still prefer the 335i, though. Even if it isnt the better value, i still think it is ther better overall car. And Japan may have caught up with germany in regards to entry-level models, but when it comes to high performance (///M, ////AMG, RS,etc.) Japan is far from germany, my friend. And also i have to disagree with you on the fact that BMWs are reknown for bad reliability. Ive owned Bimmers and benz's for years and i have had nothing but minor inconviniences with my cars (burnt out bulbs, window regulators, etc.) never anything major or troubling. German automotive unreliability is a myth Replies to this message: roadburner (Jun 12, 2009 8:02 am)