After mondays reconstruction day the the Collision Investigation Unit at TRL, one of the tests that were conducted was the braking abilities of the 300zx. The standard was set by a fully laiden 58 reg Mercedes Vito van, with a gross weight of 3 tonnes. 3 300zx's were used in the test. I cannot personally vouch for the condition of the other 2 zeds brakes, but i can confirm that following a check 6 weeks ago, my brakes are in full working condition with no seized pistons etc etc etc. The conditions were slightly damp, and the same bit of tarmac was used for the runs, so therefore i have given the average figures.

 

The test was conducted at 30mph, using a fixed braking point for each run.

 

Here are the Results:

 

Merc Vito Van generated 0.96G's

 

The average braking force generated was 0.69G's and a braking distance a ful 14 FEET FURTHER that the Vito Van.

 

Now thinking it isnt unusual to see these types of vehicles in the outside lane of the motorway, i think its pretty disconcerting to know that it will stop 14 feet shorter than you at just 30mph, never mind average cruising speeds in the outside lane of a motorway!!!!!

 

The biggest thing we notice was how inadequate the zeds ABS system is in comparison to a modern car, the zeds abs is sooooooooo slow at braking and releasing in comparison to a modern car.

 

Food for thought for those planning their next modification.

 

Nick

Didn't find a problem with stock... Only ever known them to be poor. Brembo off Evo s is excellent, can shave off lots of speed at any speed very quickly... Worth the hassle...