g35 vs rx8 in luxury!
05-22-2005, 06:26 PM
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Originally Posted by Smoke Honda
It's almost like comparing apples and oranges, they're different cars believe it or not. The interior is fine, it has plush leather seats, with THICK leather skin (not the scuba gear leather that we have). The shifter is precise, even though the **** is made way too big. The speed is actually faster then the rx-8 and his Brembos brakes better then the rx-8 (at least they feel better). For some reason, the g35 has like 4 cup holders for the front seat, two in the center and two near the door handle. I know that we have four doors, but the g35 has a lever that when press the seat automatically tilts and slides foward for the rear passanger to enter and leave. The stereo system is alot better on the g35 then the rx-8. However, the rear does have a short roof line, and if you're any taller then 5' 7", you're head is going to hit the ceiling. The trunk is of course bigger, not as deep, but does have a full size spare, and if that was removed, it would be twice as much as the rx-8. Did the g35 forum have a lot of topics talking smack about the rx-8 or something, cause I see no point in retaliating about a car that pretty much is in a DIFFERENT (not BETTER) class then us. Don't get me wrong, I love my rx-8, but I don't hate the G35 on any level. I love the way the rx-8 looks, feel, everything that was painted silver that was plastic that scratches everytime I touch it, the road noise, the spare tire that takes up all the room in the trunk, the cheesy tire repair kit that everybody laughs at, the window rattle, and lastly my rusted rotors. And that why I love my car and everything that came with it, luxury or not. I'm pretty sure that there is no way that the rx-8 can compare to the g35, and that's not what it's built for. I know the rx-8 have a touring package for luxury, and the g35 have a sports package for performance but even comparing both of these, the rx-8 is going to lose because of the comfort and the noise the rx-8 produces because it's a rotary. BTW: that clock, there's something called class 
look into it.
look into it.You state that it's apples and oranges and then spend the rest of the post comparing the two. Why are some people so hesitant to compare anything to the RX-8? People cross shop these two all the time. I'm not saying either does a better job but they're both 4 place sport/semi-lux cars - just with different degrees of each depending on trim. The Z only has two seats and a V6 - must be apples and oranges.
Sorry for the rant, I'm just tired of the automatic A&O responses.
05-22-2005, 07:01 PM
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Originally Posted by kuleto
out of curiousity has anyone been in an rsx type s and owns an rx-8? if yes is the ride stiffer on the 8? or the type S?
That being said......The 8 is a bit stiffer. The RSX has more body roll.
The amenities in the RSX don't even compare to the 8.
I know the type-S is superior in the numbers to my GSR. But it just didn't feel as fun.
My 8 however, feels MORE fun than either.
05-22-2005, 07:13 PM
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well... back on the case of the g35 and rx8 :p
My friend has a G35 and when I sat in it, I felt a big comparison to my leather seats. His leather made you squeeze into it. It was soft. My leather is pretty stiff, but I don't really care, because it feels nice to me. The interior parts, I agree our car looks better, and seems to be of better material. Both at times have their creeks, but overall, the interior of the rx8 is way nice then the G.
HAHA, here's my testimony on not hating the G. I was actually looking into it before I had gotten the 8. My main reason for dumping it was because there are too many around my area now. However, it is still a great car. Each car has there ups and downs according to different people. This is why... people go aftermarket.
My friend has a G35 and when I sat in it, I felt a big comparison to my leather seats. His leather made you squeeze into it. It was soft. My leather is pretty stiff, but I don't really care, because it feels nice to me. The interior parts, I agree our car looks better, and seems to be of better material. Both at times have their creeks, but overall, the interior of the rx8 is way nice then the G.
HAHA, here's my testimony on not hating the G. I was actually looking into it before I had gotten the 8. My main reason for dumping it was because there are too many around my area now. However, it is still a great car. Each car has there ups and downs according to different people. This is why... people go aftermarket.
05-22-2005, 07:28 PM
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RX8 HA HA
If I wanted a luxury sports coupe I would have bought an M3. Just like almost everyone on this forum I considered a G35 but they are just too common. There are 4 G35's on my block and guess who gets all the attention?!?! And whats with this apples oranges and grapes crap, we are simply stating the facts and differences about the 2.
05-22-2005, 07:30 PM
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Err, you should read what I was trying to say. I compared them to separate them by comparing the differences. This was NOT an "automatic " response. You can say that the Z has two seats, but the G35 has only two doors. The G35 is built for luxury-performance, and the rx-8 is built for performance-luxury. Sounds the same, but not in the same catergory, one being performance and the other being luxury. Yes, it is because their just trims. Trim does matter because of the price all this adds, the base price g35 6mt is the same as the shinka. This is worlds apart, unless you're pretty loaded. And NO, I'm not saying that people shouldn't compare, I just simply think that poeple should really consider everything rather then just saying smack about another car just because they own one of the cars being compared, repsectively, I think both cars are nice. In this case though, I too like the rx-8 better. The Z is in the class of the RX-8 and other cars in the performance catergory. The G35 is often compared to a BMW 3 and their perspective catagory. Why did I say apples and oranges? Simply again, because people who by the rx-8 and the g35 are believe it or not, different. Very different. The male G35 owners usually wears prada shoes, nuff said.
05-22-2005, 07:54 PM
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Originally Posted by Smoke Honda
And NO, I'm not saying that people shouldn't compare, I just simply think that poeple should really consider everything rather then just saying smack about another car just because they own one of the cars being compared, repsectively, I think both cars are nice.
Originally Posted by Smoke Honda
Simply again, because people who by the rx-8 and the g35 are believe it or not, different. Very different. The male G35 owners usually wears prada shoes, nuff said.
05-22-2005, 08:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Smoke Honda
It's almost like comparing apples and oranges, they're different cars believe it or not. The interior is fine, it has plush leather seats, with THICK leather skin (not the scuba gear leather that we have). The shifter is precise, even though the **** is made way too big.
Also, the Brembos are no longer available after 05's.
I do like the G35, like I said it was my second choice car. It is the closest comparison between the RX8. Some people compare the RX8 with the S2000 or 350Z, but these are apples & orange comparison. The G35 has many of the similar characteristics (4 seats, mid $30K price range, japanese, leather (I have the GT package). It does have a lot of positive attributes (VQ engine, great stock exhaust note, etc.) but it also has shortcomings as well. We are just discussing the RX8 & the G35. I'm sure the have a ton of these posts on the Infiniti board as well. Most of the posters here have lauded the G35 (as well as been critical).
05-22-2005, 09:44 PM
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Well i owned an RX8 and now own a 05 G35 and I would never, never go back. The G is alot nicer to drive and power wise I have bought a couple of mods and the Car responds to them. The interior was redone for 05 along with 19's and tweaked suspension and of course more HP but the RX8 does feel good as far as handling but that is it. The lack of torque is what did it for me, I did not like to rev to 5-6 grand to feel anything. I also have a 3 yearold that rides in the back and I would rather pull the front seat forward 20 times a day than have to return to the 8 thats how much fun the G is. But I will say this that in the 8 that car got more thumbs up and what kind of car is that than any other car I have owned. Man I hated my RX8 - I just dont understand why it always got compliments. :D
05-22-2005, 10:06 PM
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Hey Smoke Honda,
Just wanted to say that I really like the G35C... Drives well, looks amazing, and I've always liked Nissan (300ZX twin turbo, drool, loved that car since I was 14!) and their pretty sister company. In my opinion the G35c is a classier car than the RX8.
That little clock is pretty kool/classy:-) and the rear passenger electronic "load"/seat adjustment system is neat, but it doesn't make up for the fact that those damn rear seats are near unbearable except for midgits and kids!
The Bose system on the G35 did appear to be far superior to my ears than the
Bose on the RX8.
Overall I just prefered the way the RX8 drove; and the RX is more practical (in my opinion). Here in Toronto u see tons of G35's... and very few RX8's. This along with the fact that the G35C is usually an extra $4,000-$12,000CAD (depending what features u want on both cars) made the RX and easy choice.
The G35c was a distant 2nd in my books, but obviously a good car and first choice for many others.
P.S. I bought my RX8 3 days ago and will be picking it up this wed/thurs!!!! zoom-ZOOM!
Just wanted to say that I really like the G35C... Drives well, looks amazing, and I've always liked Nissan (300ZX twin turbo, drool, loved that car since I was 14!) and their pretty sister company. In my opinion the G35c is a classier car than the RX8.
That little clock is pretty kool/classy:-) and the rear passenger electronic "load"/seat adjustment system is neat, but it doesn't make up for the fact that those damn rear seats are near unbearable except for midgits and kids!
The Bose system on the G35 did appear to be far superior to my ears than the
Bose on the RX8.
Overall I just prefered the way the RX8 drove; and the RX is more practical (in my opinion). Here in Toronto u see tons of G35's... and very few RX8's. This along with the fact that the G35C is usually an extra $4,000-$12,000CAD (depending what features u want on both cars) made the RX and easy choice.
The G35c was a distant 2nd in my books, but obviously a good car and first choice for many others.
P.S. I bought my RX8 3 days ago and will be picking it up this wed/thurs!!!! zoom-ZOOM!
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05-23-2005, 04:25 AM
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Originally Posted by Fanman
Here's where we will disagree. The leather is cheaper, & harder on the G35, feels cheesy. Shifter was notchy, not even close to the RX8. That's not ******* it, it's just fact. Like the S2000 & Mazda Miata having some of the best in the world, the Nissan/Infinitis are not as good.
Also, the Brembos are no longer available after 05's.
I do like the G35, like I said it was my second choice car. It is the closest comparison between the RX8. Some people compare the RX8 with the S2000 or 350Z, but these are apples & orange comparison. The G35 has many of the similar characteristics (4 seats, mid $30K price range, japanese, leather (I have the GT package). It does have a lot of positive attributes (VQ engine, great stock exhaust note, etc.) but it also has shortcomings as well. We are just discussing the RX8 & the G35. I'm sure the have a ton of these posts on the Infiniti board as well. Most of the posters here have lauded the G35 (as well as been critical).
Also, the Brembos are no longer available after 05's.
I do like the G35, like I said it was my second choice car. It is the closest comparison between the RX8. Some people compare the RX8 with the S2000 or 350Z, but these are apples & orange comparison. The G35 has many of the similar characteristics (4 seats, mid $30K price range, japanese, leather (I have the GT package). It does have a lot of positive attributes (VQ engine, great stock exhaust note, etc.) but it also has shortcomings as well. We are just discussing the RX8 & the G35. I'm sure the have a ton of these posts on the Infiniti board as well. Most of the posters here have lauded the G35 (as well as been critical).
05-23-2005, 07:27 AM
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The interior quality level in the G35 is downmarket and subpar for a $35K 'luxury' car. I was unimpressed with the seats as well--I didn't find them too plush (neither do I find the RX8 seats plush--hence my aftermarket leather). My main gripe besides what has already been echoed here is that the G35 interior color pallette is very boring. No interestin color options like the 350Z or RX8.
05-23-2005, 09:34 AM
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What does that matter, shouldn't thier heads be down in your lap? :o
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I wished the passenger seat was height adjustable. A few shortish passengers (girls) have complained that they sit too low in the seat and can't get fully comfortable.
05-23-2005, 10:01 AM
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The roads are quite bumby here. Don't want to damage the gear ****.
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What does that matter, shouldn't thier heads be down in your lap? :o
05-23-2005, 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by Smoke Honda
Err, you should read what I was trying to say. I compared them to separate them by comparing the differences. This was NOT an "automatic " response. You can say that the Z has two seats, but the G35 has only two doors. The G35 is built for luxury-performance, and the rx-8 is built for performance-luxury. Sounds the same, but not in the same catergory, one being performance and the other being luxury. Yes, it is because their just trims. Trim does matter because of the price all this adds, the base price g35 6mt is the same as the shinka. This is worlds apart, unless you're pretty loaded. And NO, I'm not saying that people shouldn't compare, I just simply think that poeple should really consider everything rather then just saying smack about another car just because they own one of the cars being compared, repsectively, I think both cars are nice. In this case though, I too like the rx-8 better. The Z is in the class of the RX-8 and other cars in the performance catergory. The G35 is often compared to a BMW 3 and their perspective catagory. Why did I say apples and oranges? Simply again, because people who by the rx-8 and the g35 are believe it or not, different. Very different. The male G35 owners usually wears prada shoes, nuff said.
05-23-2005, 11:58 PM
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I run a price comparison website. The two cars people most often compare the RX-8 to are the 350Z and G35, in that order.
My father owned a 350Z for a year and a half, and just bought an RX-8 owing to my influence. I haven't driven the G35 in coupe form, but based on driving the Z and G35 sedan feel that the main advantages of the Infiniti are midrange power and, to my eye, styling. The RX-8 takes them to the cleaners in terms of handling and practicality. Compared to the Z, the Mazda's ride is also much smoother and quieter.
I have a set of curvy roads that I like to test cars on (I write reviews for epinions). These roads are far from perfect, with uneven joints between the concrete sections, such that driving a Honda S2000 on them (and I'd guess the Z as well) grows tiresome. The RX-8, in contrast, maintained its composure through bumpy turns. I've driven dozens of cars on this route, and few have so impressed me. Only the new BMW 3 and 5 beat it in terms of composure. In contrast, Nissans and Infinitis tend to fall apart dynamically when the going gets rough.
The roads might be smooth where many of you live, but I'm outside Detroit, so this factor is very important to me.
My father owned a 350Z for a year and a half, and just bought an RX-8 owing to my influence. I haven't driven the G35 in coupe form, but based on driving the Z and G35 sedan feel that the main advantages of the Infiniti are midrange power and, to my eye, styling. The RX-8 takes them to the cleaners in terms of handling and practicality. Compared to the Z, the Mazda's ride is also much smoother and quieter.
I have a set of curvy roads that I like to test cars on (I write reviews for epinions). These roads are far from perfect, with uneven joints between the concrete sections, such that driving a Honda S2000 on them (and I'd guess the Z as well) grows tiresome. The RX-8, in contrast, maintained its composure through bumpy turns. I've driven dozens of cars on this route, and few have so impressed me. Only the new BMW 3 and 5 beat it in terms of composure. In contrast, Nissans and Infinitis tend to fall apart dynamically when the going gets rough.
The roads might be smooth where many of you live, but I'm outside Detroit, so this factor is very important to me.
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I own an RX-8 and my father owns a G35. The A/C works more efficiently in his car. His is a 5AT whereas mine is a 6MT. His is more practical for Houston driving, whereas I can autocross mine.
Radios/Stereos are similar.
Ride quality is much better in his car (every option)
Visibility is better in his car (Sedan).
I'm not ragging on my 8. I had the option of purchasing a 6MT G35 Sedan but opted for the 8, because, well, it's an RX-8.
As far as RX-8 vs 350Z, I drove a 6MT 2005 Enthusiast yesterday and it's not a friendly car in traffic. It wants to purr. For my human condition I'd take the 8 any day of the week.
Radios/Stereos are similar.
Ride quality is much better in his car (every option)
Visibility is better in his car (Sedan).
I'm not ragging on my 8. I had the option of purchasing a 6MT G35 Sedan but opted for the 8, because, well, it's an RX-8.
As far as RX-8 vs 350Z, I drove a 6MT 2005 Enthusiast yesterday and it's not a friendly car in traffic. It wants to purr. For my human condition I'd take the 8 any day of the week.
05-24-2005, 12:28 AM
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Originally Posted by RX-8Drifter
all i know is my mom has a g35 and i own an rx8 and i turn alot more heads when we both drive places...
[censors self and comment about your mom's inability to turn heads]
J/K of course.
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i see this alot with these two comparisons, however not really as much in the infiniti forums. My GF like I have stated, is either getting a 35C, BMW 325Ci or an 8. Why the 35 is compared to the bmw I am still trying to figure out. Performance wise(engine) both of these cars seem to beat it around. BMW states 185hp(I do not know the actual), the 35C hp on average is 235, and 8s are what 190? Of course the Dubya and G are more luxurious ie more speakers and other little features, but it does not add onto the performance. Like someone who worked at a BMW shop posted before, BMW is just a car an expensive car. I personally do not like its looks, for that kind of money there needs to be some hotness to it.
I have not test drove a 35 but will next month. With the 8 my complaints with the interior are:
Cheap sun visors, I was truly dissapointed with those.
Cant remember anything else, lol
What I did love though was how everything seemed to be rotary accented, ie the headrests and sunvisors. I also love the center console, it is unique and freakin awsome. I loved how the cup holders and middle compartment opened :P
Anyways, thats my little rant
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Favorite part of the 8 has to be the driver seat. It reminds me so much of my 85 GSLSE when I drive..I feel like im a *breaks out into song* ROCKET MAAAAAN
I have not test drove a 35 but will next month. With the 8 my complaints with the interior are:
Cheap sun visors, I was truly dissapointed with those.
Cant remember anything else, lol
What I did love though was how everything seemed to be rotary accented, ie the headrests and sunvisors. I also love the center console, it is unique and freakin awsome. I loved how the cup holders and middle compartment opened :P
Anyways, thats my little rant
EDIT:
Favorite part of the 8 has to be the driver seat. It reminds me so much of my 85 GSLSE when I drive..I feel like im a *breaks out into song* ROCKET MAAAAAN
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