I am in Chicago and the AWD is the only one I looked at. I have only had one front wheel drive are i my life and hated it, Drove Mustangs for over 20 years and before that I had 2 turbo 3.8 Regals and never had any major troubles in the winter since I know how to drive rear wheel drive, The Q50 is a beast in the snow. Love this 2015 Q50 AWD.
13 G37X Coupe. Launches dead straight, even in the pouring rain. Surprised many a victim from a stoplight. Cocky Mustangs, Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, all get their rears handed to them by the “old persons” Infinity… AWD all the way.
I've had a 2010 G37X S and I now have a 2015 Q50X S. I love them cause they are troopers in the snow. I have never gotten stuck. Not only that they are also fun to play in the snow. Since I live where winter hits AWD is the way to go, not to mention I'm still trying to keep the car as a "Sporty mid-size family sedan" as possible. Just a badass looking and sounding one.
@@SpeedCultureStudiosThis is me right now LOL SO what would you say is the right answer then? Is it The tired that need to be upgraded? Or does it depend on what you value? I feel like most opportunities for fun come from 0-60’s (Sorry to answer This year old comment late).
I'm in east TN my 2018 AWD q60 3.0 t is awesome,but I'm tunes and ams heat exchanger,gtr injectors,upgraded fuel pump, and Stage 2 ure turbos. Still on 93 . It's awesome
I have a 2018 Q50 AWD I love it we get winter here in MD but if I was in a warm climate I definitely would do RWD. I'm happy either way I run a 255/45/19 front and 275/40/19 rear
@@RawQfiddy You can have a staggard setup with AWD, you just want the overall diameter to be within 1% (generally) between front and rear. The measurements he provided are 28" front and 27.7" in the rear. That is within 1.1%, so really shouldn't have any issue.
awd g37 coupe here, thing gives alot of people a run for there money, would be nice if you made a video of a good awd suspension and tire set up. even tough you have a rwd
@@SpeedCultureStudios yeah man we got a snow storm about a month ago with 7-9 inches of snow. I was plowing through it without a problem with some all season “performance” tires whatever that means lol but it was awesome I was seeing mustangs and Camaros spinning and getting stuck at stop lights
@@javiervazquezz i remember that storm, I drive a rwd and overall it held up pretty good. only time i got stuck was in my driveway because i was too lazy shovel it clean lmao
I drive a 2016 Q50 2.0T RWD with hydraulic power steering. I love this car and I would buy it again in a heart beat. Yes, the steering wheel is a bit heavy but I love that I can actually feel the road vs. many current electric power steering systems which feel too light and fake. Back when I purchased my Q50, Infiniti tried to push their controversial steer by wire system, available on the higher end spec models. I’m not sure if this is still the case today.
Even though my g35x is pretty slammed it is so damn good in the snow. Makes for some fun drives up to the ski hill! It's funny blasting past big ass trucks that can't stop sliding all over the place haha.
AWD is just better for any condition, especially when you are pushing over 300hp. I know a lot of people who have their RWDs cars spun out out of nowhere, even in dry days.
Transmission is just a small piece of it and the cars mentioned are just a small part of the conversation. I was trying to make points that can be applied to any vehicle honestly
@@dfacedxa As I said, Small piece of this conversation. Note the title of the video-it’s about the Q50. And as I said in the video, a lot of these points can cross over to essentially all other vehicles with RWD and awd options-including the G. So yes, the Auto/Manual G is just a small piece of this conversation. If the topic was pointed directly to the G, i certainly included other aspects to consider.
@@SpeedCultureStudios ok i see that. point taken. if it was a g35/g37 it would be a main focus of the conversation. i thought it worth mentioning because you asked if you missed any points. but i do think you should have left the g35/37 out of the title if this was your approach.
@@dfacedxa we’ll see I don’t think of a title until after the video. The video speaks more specifically about the Q50/Q60 and then after editing, it’s just a thought process thinking-the points really pertain to all vehicles in general. Obviously not every point was touched on-even for the Q50 some may have things to add. I would say if you’re shopping Gs, then definitely take into consideration that if you prefer the awd, you’ll be sacrificing the manual option. It’s a good point!
@@SpeedCultureStudios The fastest production car is the 765lt McLaren. However nobody has had successfully quarter-miles past 1100hp. Underground Racing turned their RWD STO into AWD to handle 3500hp successfully. You definitely won't see a 765lt doing quarter miles is 7s at 233mph. Also Tesla Plaid and Ferrari SF90 are AWD. Brooks from dragtimes will tell you AWD is king. RWD is better in tracks. I'd say the fastest track cars are RWD. GT2RS and AMG GTR Black Series.
@@SpeedCultureStudios Those aren't even real cars, lols. I'm talking about cars you can purchase from a dealership. F1 is a better example because at least that's the height of a automotive car and its consistently evolving in rules, aero, martials, etc. Funny cars haven't really changed that much in 15 years. Probably the slowest developing category in racing mechanical wise. The fastest street legal cars are AWD. In the future when all cars are electric 90% of cars will be AWD. Only downside to AWD systems is the weight but AWD system came 2nd. When the industry pushes the ledger for AWD systems. It'll become smaller and lighter to the point it weighs less than RWD systems currently.
@@xLeYondx street cars or dedicated track cars doesn’t matter - I’m just pointing out the fact that to get a vehicle to the fastest speeds possible they are RWD. The fastest street cars are awd because of traction and that’s it. AWD definitely has the advantage on the street but there are various reasons to choose one over the other
I have a q50 awd and I Did research about how the awd system in these things work, basically it automatically converts to RWD when AWD isn’t needed which gonna give you the benefit of stupidly High grip from 0 and at the same time the benefit of less drivetrain power loss when doing a roll
Sounds nice!. Do you remember where you read it?... Is like to do it also. I'm trying to choose between AWD and RWD for my next car (Q50 3.7) and it would help me a lot. TIA!
My AWD G is a beast in the snow esp here in the North East. But if I was in a warm climate, RWD all day.
I am in Chicago and the AWD is the only one I looked at. I have only had one front wheel drive are i my life and hated it, Drove Mustangs for over 20 years and before that I had 2 turbo 3.8 Regals and never had any major troubles in the winter since I know how to drive rear wheel drive, The Q50 is a beast in the snow. Love this 2015 Q50 AWD.
13 G37X Coupe. Launches dead straight, even in the pouring rain. Surprised many a victim from a stoplight. Cocky Mustangs, Camaros, Chargers, Challengers, all get their rears handed to them by the “old persons” Infinity… AWD all the way.
I've had a 2010 G37X S and I now have a 2015 Q50X S. I love them cause they are troopers in the snow. I have never gotten stuck. Not only that they are also fun to play in the snow. Since I live where winter hits AWD is the way to go, not to mention I'm still trying to keep the car as a "Sporty mid-size family sedan" as possible. Just a badass looking and sounding one.
Always look like a lot of fun in the snow!
@@SpeedCultureStudios I wished I had my daughter tape it while I was having fun in an empty parking lot a few weeks ago.
I've own both awd and rwd and you ain't lying... but I would say my preference is the rwd..it seems fast and lighter
That's my preference too, but every time I ty a 0-60 pull and spin for 30 feet, I wish I had an awd lol
@@SpeedCultureStudiosThis is me right now LOL SO what would you say is the right answer then? Is it The tired that need to be upgraded? Or does it depend on what you value? I feel like most opportunities for fun come from 0-60’s (Sorry to answer This year old comment late).
2018 Q50 AWD up in MD, I’m running 245/30/20 by 8.5 on all 4’s. I definitely I hook and book on digs lol
I'm in east TN my 2018 AWD q60 3.0 t is awesome,but I'm tunes and ams heat exchanger,gtr injectors,upgraded fuel pump, and Stage 2 ure turbos. Still on 93 . It's awesome
This is so late but how’s the car holding up, heard the transmissions are iffy but what’s your experience
Street racing/dig racing =AWD
Track racing/roll racing =RWD
you answer every question i have genuinely, such a solid account. subbed
Thanks, Josh!
I have a 2018 Q50 AWD I love it we get winter here in MD but if I was in a warm climate I definitely would do RWD. I'm happy either way I run a 255/45/19 front and 275/40/19 rear
For sure if I lived further north awd would have been the way to go!
You run staggered on AWD? Sheesh! lol I’m in MD too what part you in?
@@RawQfiddy You can have a staggard setup with AWD, you just want the overall diameter to be within 1% (generally) between front and rear. The measurements he provided are 28" front and 27.7" in the rear. That is within 1.1%, so really shouldn't have any issue.
@@SpeedCultureStudios so he’ll be good to rotate his tires as well?
@@RawQfiddy Well no, you do not rotate a staggard setup.
awd g37 coupe here, thing gives alot of people a run for there money, would be nice if you made a video of a good awd suspension and tire set up. even tough you have a rwd
Lol I live in Indiana. My car is my only car. And it’s a Mustang. I load salt bags into the trunk and it’s still tough.
Already got the AWD but I’m still gonna listen for some reassurance 😂
I am up in Indianapolis so either way I need that AWD
Climate makes a huge difference! Wouldn’t even think about owning my RWD as a daily up north!
@@SpeedCultureStudios yeah man we got a snow storm about a month ago with 7-9 inches of snow. I was plowing through it without a problem with some all season “performance” tires whatever that means lol but it was awesome I was seeing mustangs and Camaros spinning and getting stuck at stop lights
@@javiervazquezz i remember that storm, I drive a rwd and overall it held up pretty good. only time i got stuck was in my driveway because i was too lazy shovel it clean lmao
I drive a 2016 Q50 2.0T RWD with hydraulic power steering. I love this car and I would buy it again in a heart beat. Yes, the steering wheel is a bit heavy but I love that I can actually feel the road vs. many current electric power steering systems which feel too light and fake. Back when I purchased my Q50, Infiniti tried to push their controversial steer by wire system, available on the higher end spec models. I’m not sure if this is still the case today.
I have a q50 RS awd and its a beast no mods yet but i am very happy with my car..getting ams intakes soon.
Even though my g35x is pretty slammed it is so damn good in the snow. Makes for some fun drives up to the ski hill! It's funny blasting past big ass trucks that can't stop sliding all over the place haha.
I have a M37S rear wheel is so much fun.
2:45 what kinda mods were done to that? That's flyin 😳
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if i can survive in utahs winters driving my rwd shitbox service van with bald tires.....I think ill make it with the q50s i just bought.
Up in Canada, ontario we dont have many or any rwd Q’s :/
I can imagine!
I vote RWD but AWD is fun in the snow. I was tricked into getting my AWD by Carmax.
😂 awd is great if you race on unprepped surfaces!
@@SpeedCultureStudios maybe we can line them up one day and find out
Off the line, snow and wet weather= AWD
AWD is just better for any condition, especially when you are pushing over 300hp. I know a lot of people who have their RWDs cars spun out out of nowhere, even in dry days.
Just not correct. There is a reason drag cars are RWD. RWD is much lighter. With a good set of tires, I would take a RWD over awd anytime
I felt over 300 is the magic number for AWD fun too….but I could see a REALLY expensive nice set of tires helping significantly
I run 18x9.5 with 275/40 or 45 all around on my AWD Q, no problems here 🤷♂️
you mention g35/37 in the title, but didn't mention that G's come in manual on RWD models only.
Transmission is just a small piece of it and the cars mentioned are just a small part of the conversation. I was trying to make points that can be applied to any vehicle honestly
@@SpeedCultureStudios did you really just say “transmission is just a small piece of it”… cant take these q50 dudes nowhere 😂
@@dfacedxa As I said, Small piece of this conversation. Note the title of the video-it’s about the Q50. And as I said in the video, a lot of these points can cross over to essentially all other vehicles with RWD and awd options-including the G. So yes, the Auto/Manual G is just a small piece of this conversation.
If the topic was pointed directly to the G, i certainly included other aspects to consider.
@@SpeedCultureStudios ok i see that. point taken. if it was a g35/g37 it would be a main focus of the conversation. i thought it worth mentioning because you asked if you missed any points. but i do think you should have left the g35/37 out of the title if this was your approach.
@@dfacedxa we’ll see I don’t think of a title until after the video. The video speaks more specifically about the Q50/Q60 and then after editing, it’s just a thought process thinking-the points really pertain to all vehicles in general. Obviously not every point was touched on-even for the Q50 some may have things to add. I would say if you’re shopping Gs, then definitely take into consideration that if you prefer the awd, you’ll be sacrificing the manual option. It’s a good point!
wait 9.9😳 on a non prep surface? i need the mods rn
Crazy right!
I have a q50 rwd. It got stuck in 3rd gear I replaced the valve body it drove fine couple days later it stuck in 3rd gear. Now sure what the issue is.
Did you ever figure it out?
What tire size do you wear on your q50 bro
275/35/19 rear
255/40/19 front
No love for the m37 😔
Lots of love for the m37…just not many people out there with them! Video applies to all platforms really
@@SpeedCultureStudios Yeah got it as a gift so not a big deal. basically a g37 with the q50 frame (mechanically) I would rather have a g or q tho
The m37 is tuff bro
This helps
Great
I love having the traction at a traffic light with AWD. No drama, no spinning, just floor it.
Thoughts on doing a g37 front end conversion on a g35?
Coupe- maybe. Sedan- don't even think about it
waste of over 2k
You have awd or rwd?
rwd!
Fastest cars a TX2K22 are AWD. 80% of the cars at TX2K22 are AWD.
Awd definitely helps. But the fastest cars on the planet at RWD…
@@SpeedCultureStudios The fastest production car is the 765lt McLaren. However nobody has had successfully quarter-miles past 1100hp. Underground Racing turned their RWD STO into AWD to handle 3500hp successfully. You definitely won't see a 765lt doing quarter miles is 7s at 233mph. Also Tesla Plaid and Ferrari SF90 are AWD. Brooks from dragtimes will tell you AWD is king. RWD is better in tracks. I'd say the fastest track cars are RWD. GT2RS and AMG GTR Black Series.
@@xLeYondx no no-fastest on the planet. Funny cars and top fuel drag cars lol. RWD
@@SpeedCultureStudios Those aren't even real cars, lols. I'm talking about cars you can purchase from a dealership. F1 is a better example because at least that's the height of a automotive car and its consistently evolving in rules, aero, martials, etc. Funny cars haven't really changed that much in 15 years. Probably the slowest developing category in racing mechanical wise. The fastest street legal cars are AWD. In the future when all cars are electric 90% of cars will be AWD. Only downside to AWD systems is the weight but AWD system came 2nd. When the industry pushes the ledger for AWD systems. It'll become smaller and lighter to the point it weighs less than RWD systems currently.
@@xLeYondx street cars or dedicated track cars doesn’t matter - I’m just pointing out the fact that to get a vehicle to the fastest speeds possible they are RWD. The fastest street cars are awd because of traction and that’s it. AWD definitely has the advantage on the street but there are various reasons to choose one over the other
I have a q50 awd and I Did research about how the awd system in these things work, basically it automatically converts to RWD when AWD isn’t needed which gonna give you the benefit of stupidly High grip from 0 and at the same time the benefit of less drivetrain power loss when doing a roll
Sounds nice!. Do you remember where you read it?... Is like to do it also.
I'm trying to choose between AWD and RWD for my next car (Q50 3.7) and it would help me a lot.
TIA!