If you are comparing the Nissan 370Z to the likes of supercars and the Nissan GT-R – the answer is: not really…
But in real-world terms, it’s still no slouch.
Depending on whose figures you believe, the 370Z will accelerate from 0-60mph (not quite 100km/h) in the mid-5.0sec range in both six-speed manual and seven-speed auto forms.
Yes, the Nissan 370Z is very much a sportscar – in the traditional mould.
It is a true two-seater with no rear seats and is one of the limited number of cars sold today that combine that fact with a large, naturally-aspirated engine, manual gearbox, rear-wheel drive and a strong tradition of sports car predecessors.
And the good news is the Nissan 400Z is just around the corner and will continue in the same spirit.
The Nissan 370Z was the replacement for the 350Z. While the two are very closely related, the 370Z did benefit from some chassis and under-the-skin changes as well as restyling when it was released in 2009.
With a shorter wheelbase, wider track and some extra horses under the bonnet, the 370Z is logically considered the better performance car.