Nissan 370Z

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Designed as a replacement to the 350Z, the 370Z's styling is evolutionary. Overall, the 370Z -- which was developed under the code name C53D -- keeps the same general shape as the 350Z. As previously speculated, the newest Z receives a "boomerang" headlight treatment similar to the design seen on the 2009 Maxima. The rear is also a bit stubbier, with a sharper crease along the trailing edge of the hatch. The 370Z's rear taillights also have a fishhook design similar to those seen on the Maxima's headlights. The 370Z uses the same VQ37VHR powerplant found in the Infiniti G37 -- a V6 displacing 3.7-liter -- delivering 332 horsepower and 26 mpg on the highway. Those 332 horses will be sent to the 370Z's rear wheels via either a seven-speed automatic or a six-speed manual gearbox. Of note, the six-speed 370Z will be the first vehicle to offer a synchronized downshift rev matching system with a manual transmission. As expected, the 370Z will offer a serious performance upgrade over the model it replaced, the 350Z. The 370Z will ride on a shorter wheelbase than the previous car and uses more lightweight materials. Those changes net a lighter curb weight, meaning all around performance -- acceleration, braking and cornering -- will see a marked improvement. Suspension duties for the new car are handled by a double wishbone setup up front with a multi-link setup out back. Brembo brakes and 18 and 19 inch wheels are also be part of the 370Z package. The 370Z should offer buyers a <b>...</b>

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