328i or new g35 coupe

tonee8519 · 06-11-2006, 09:37 AM

I heard the new g35 coupe will debut at dealers in the spring of 2007.

If that's the case, for about the same price- would you guys prefer a bmw 328i coupe loaded or get the new infiniti g35 with most options coming standard and more horsepower?

E924ME · 06-11-2006, 10:30 AM

Hmm. Is this a rhetorical question or what? This is a BMW fanatics forum!

Besides - you would still be driving a Nissan.

ska///235i · 06-11-2006, 10:51 AM

I like both cars...tough choice

CSL · 06-11-2006, 11:35 AM

G35

zamboni · 06-11-2006, 12:02 PM

Agreed G35 has more power than 328i but you need to run it at high RPM in order to gain that horse power, where BMW HP & torque kicks in between 1500 - 3K RPM, not to mention BMW provide 4 yrs free maint compare that to Nissan and see if they offer that service.

CALIF65GM · 06-11-2006, 12:16 PM

I'd be "downgrading" from a 30 to a 28, but I'd still take the 28 over a G35. I'm not into all those electronic gadgets. I wouldn't use more than half of them probably.

With the 255HP already, it's more than I need, so wouldn't need a car with more.

codylcast · 06-11-2006, 12:21 PM

Hard to tell. I like the current g35 but I would pick the 328 (coupe or sedan) over the current G. I can't make any conclusions regarding the new one until I see/drive it in the flesh. On paper the completion I test drove before ordering a 330 seemed very compelling but didn't measure up in person (TL, G35 coupe and sedan, IS350, A4, 525). All of them were great cars, but just not the best IMHO.
Since I have ordered my car (and driven it during ED) I have had the opportunity to drive another G35 and even a 350z (a loaner from my brother until my car arrives). I can definitely say that after test driving most of the e90 completion and my recent nissan/infiniti experiences, I am VERY happy with my decision to get the 330. I would have easily preferred the 325 over all of the others as well.
If I were going to be in the market for another car in 2007, the new G would have to offer more than just 20 additional hp and some new styling and features over its predecessor to get my vote.

BK · 06-11-2006, 12:23 PM

I tested the 2006 G35 sedan with sports package before buying a 330i. I admit I had my doubts before I tested it (I almost didn't bother), but it drove great. The interior was better than I expected, but not as nice as the Bimmer. In the end, it was the better interior of the 330i and a little bit of badge snobbery that made me choose the BMW.

FWIW, the other cars I tested were the TL, G35, Mazdaspeed 6, IS350, Jetta GLI, and Passat. All were fully loaded and with a MT and sports package (if available). All were fast and fun, but only the G35 seemed to drive as well as the BMW.

06-11-2006, 12:26 PM

G35s look nice and yeah, they have more horsepower. It depends on if you want a car that drives, or simply for horsepower and good looks. BMWs drive and handle far superior to Nissans and have good looks too.

ward · 06-11-2006, 12:29 PM

try both cars,

if you can't tell the difference buy the Nissan

younghov85 · 06-11-2006, 12:54 PM

G35 cause I like to experience new things. I have a BMW already, so i would like to try something else

06-11-2006, 01:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward

try both cars,

if you can't tell the difference buy the Nissan

There you go!

just4kickz · 06-11-2006, 01:34 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward

try both cars,

if you can't tell the difference buy the Nissan

word...

+ are you gonna mod at all? jw cause both cars look great moded.

NoMods · 06-11-2006, 01:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E924ME

Hmm. Is this a rhetorical question or what? This is a BMW fanatics forum!

Besides - you would still be driving a Nissan.

if you like a lot of cheap plastic, you will like the G35!

BenMW · 06-11-2006, 02:14 PM

Thought I'd add some pics of the G35 next generation concept car.

sunchild · 06-11-2006, 03:23 PM

the interior is ugly... looks like space trek ... good God

ward · 06-11-2006, 04:18 PM

how far are you going to have to reach to grab their idrive knob?? that thing's way up there!

and people bitch about the window controls on the E90, just wait for the complaints on that thing

chewbaka · 06-11-2006, 04:19 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by E924ME

Besides - you would still be driving a Nissan.

Yeah definitely don't buy a Bugatti Veyron. You'd still be driving a VW.

Quote:

Originally Posted by sunchild

the interior is ugly... looks like space trek ... good God

I respectfully disagree.

SteVTEC · 06-11-2006, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zamboni

Agreed G35 has more power than 328i but you need to run it at high RPM in order to gain that horse power, where BMW HP & torque kicks in between 1500 - 3K RPM, not to mention BMW provide 4 yrs free maint compare that to Nissan and see if they offer that service.

Nissan V6 engines have always had crap loads of low-end. Even though peak torque isn't until 4800 rpm at least on the current model, the curve is nice and flat and you'll get plenty of performance without even breaking 3000 rpm. The new G35 should slaughter a 328i. It's more 335i competition - that will be a good matchup. Personally I wish they'd offer say a "G30" that still has nice performance, but get much better fuel mileage. That'd be tempting. I'm just not sold on horsepower anymore.

SteVTEC · 06-11-2006, 04:25 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by ward

how far are you going to have to reach to grab their idrive knob?? that thing's way up there!

and people bitch about the window controls on the E90, just wait for the complaints on that thing

it's the concept model, not the real thing.

BMW F22 · 06-11-2006, 04:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by chewbaka

Yeah definitely don't buy a Bugatti Veyron. You'd still be driving a VW.

I respectfully disagree.

haha I wonder what it'd be like if BMW isnt an independent company. Lambo is owned by VW too and I know a bunch of people here would love to own one.

I think the interior is kinda cool looking. That's about it. THe plastic does look cheap to me.

WARD- haha I hella noticed that when I saw the pix. I guess we need to have long ass arms to teach that knob.

ward · 06-11-2006, 04:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by SteVTEC

Nissan V6 engines have always had crap loads of low-end. Even though peak torque isn't until 4800 rpm at least on the current model, the curve is nice and flat and you'll get plenty of performance without even breaking 3000 rpm. The new G35 should slaughter a 328i. It's more 335i competition - that will be a good matchup. Personally I wish they'd offer say a "G30" that still has nice performance, but get much better fuel mileage. That'd be tempting. I'm just not sold on horsepower anymore.

if the torque peak is at 4800 RPM the curve is anything but nice and flat

the high torque peak is why the nissan motors feel weaker than BMW motors, even if they're not

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codylcast Private 0 Rep 90 Posts Drives: 2011 E92 335 xdrive M-Sport Join Date: May 2005 Location: NM iTrader: (0)	Hard to tell. I like the current g35 but I would pick the 328 (coupe or sedan) over the current G. I can't make any conclusions regarding the new one until I see/drive it in the flesh. On paper the completion I test drove before ordering a 330 seemed very compelling but didn't measure up in person (TL, G35 coupe and sedan, IS350, A4, 525). All of them were great cars, but just not the best IMHO. Since I have ordered my car (and driven it during ED) I have had the opportunity to drive another G35 and even a 350z (a loaner from my brother until my car arrives). I can definitely say that after test driving most of the e90 completion and my recent nissan/infiniti experiences, I am VERY happy with my decision to get the 330. I would have easily preferred the 325 over all of the others as well. If I were going to be in the market for another car in 2007, the new G would have to offer more than just 20 additional hp and some new styling and features over its predecessor to get my vote. __________________ Current: 2011 E92 335 xdrive Space Gray M-SPORT Prm Pckg (black leather, bamboo) Nav Heated seats Comfort Access Steptronic USB PREV: 2008 E90 335I, 2006 E90 330I, 2003 325I, 2000 M-ROADSTER
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CMD Guest 0 Rep n/a Posts Drives:	G35s look nice and yeah, they have more horsepower. It depends on if you want a car that drives, or simply for horsepower and good looks. BMWs drive and handle far superior to Nissans and have good looks too.
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sunchild Lieutenant 25 Rep 469 Posts Drives: 2006 BMW 330i Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Orange County, CAL iTrader: (2)	the interior is ugly... looks like space trek ... good God
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ward Major General 155 Rep 6,158 Posts Drives: F Join Date: May 2005 Location: T iTrader: (0)	how far are you going to have to reach to grab their idrive knob?? that thing's way up there! and people bitch about the window controls on the E90, just wait for the complaints on that thing
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