Nissan GTR

Nissan GTR

The Nissan GT-R is a sports car produced by Nissan released in Japan on December 6, 2007, the United States on July 7, 2008, and the rest of the world in March 2009.

Concepts

Two concept vehicles were displayed at motor shows prior to the unveiling of the production model. The first concept was shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001 to preview what a 21st century GT-R would look like. At the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan unveiled a redesigned concept, the GT-R Proto, stating that the production GT-R would be 80-90% based on this concept.

Specifications

2007-2010

The Nissan GT-R is powered by the VR38DETT engine, a 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in) DOHC V6 with plasma transferred wire arc sprayed bores. Two parallel Ishikawajima-Nek-Harima Heavy Industries (IHI) turbochargers provide forced induction. Production vehicles produce a manufacturer-claimed engine output of 485 PS (357 kW; 478 hp) at 6400 rpm and 434 lb·ft (588 N·m) at 3200-5200 rpm. The engine also meets California Air Resources Board Ultra Low Emission Vehicle (ULEV) standards. A curb weight of 1,730 kg (3,800 lb) or 1,736 kg (3,830 lb) with side curtain airbags is achieved using a jig welded steel chassis with aluminum used for the hood, trunk, and doors. A rear mounted six-speed BorgWarner designed dual clutch semi-automatic transmission built by Aichi Machine Industry is used in conjunction with the ATTESA E-TS system to provide power to all four wheels and along with Nissan's Vehicle Dynamics Control (VDC-R) to aid in stability. Three shift modes  can also be selected for various conditions.

• Displacement: V6 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in)
• Horsepower: 485 PS (357 kW; 478 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 434 lb·ft (588 N·m)
• Redline: 7000 rpm
• Drivetrain: Premium Midship AWD
• Curb weight: estimated 3,820 lb (1,730 kg)*
• Top Speed: 190 mph (310 km/h)*
• Drag coefficient: 0.27*
• MSRP: US$80,790 to $84,060**

* manufacturer claimed

** 2011 model year for North America

2010-2011 (2011 model year, 2012 model year for North America)

• Horsepower: 530 PS (390 kW; 520 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 612 N·m (451 lbf·ft) at 3200-6200 rpm, (632 N·m (466 lbf·ft) with high-gear 'boost' on SpecV only)
• Drag coefficient: 0.26* (~10% improvement in downforce)*
• Top speed: 315 km/h (196 mph)
• MSRP: US$89,000 (Premium) or $95,000 (Black Edition)***

* manufacturer claimed

*** 2012 model year for North America

2012-present (2012 model year, 2013 model year for North America)

On November 7, 2011, Nissan Motor Co., Ltd. announced the launch of the 2012 model year Nissan GT-R, with major improvements including:

• Engine Type: Twin-turbocharged, DOHC 3.8-liter V6
• Horsepower : 404 kW (545 hp) at 6400 rpm
• Torque: 628 N·m (463 lbf·ft) at 3200-5800 rpm
• Drive Type: Front engine, four-wheel-drive
• Transmission Type: Six-speed dual-clutch automated manual
• Displacement (cc/cu-in): 3,839/234
• Redline (rpm): 7,000
• Brake Type (front): Two-piece, ventilated cross-drilled rotors, six-piston fixed calipers
• Brake Type (rear): Two-piece, ventilated cross-drilled rotors, four-piston fixed calipers
• Steering System: Speed-proportional, power rack-and-pinion power steering
• Suspension Type (front): Independent double wishbones, coil springs, driver-adjustable three-mode variable dampers, stabilizer bar
• Suspension Type (rear): Independent multilink, coil springs, driver-adjustable three-mode variable dampers, stabilizer bar
• Tire Size (front): P255/40ZRF20 97Y
• Tire Size (rear): P285/35ZRF20 100Y
• Tire Brand: Dunlop
• Tire Model: SP Sport Maxx GT 600
• Tire Type: Summer, asymmetrical
• Wheel size: 20-by-9.5 inches front, 20-by-10.5 inches rear
• Wheel material (front/rear): Forged aluminum alloy
• As tested Curb Weight (lb): 3,892 (55.0% front/45.0% rear)
• MSRP: $96,820 (Premium) - $106,320 (Black Edition)
• Advanced Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with three driver-selectable modes:

Normal – For daily driving. Controls brakes and engine output.
R-Mode – For ultimate performance. Adjusts front and rear wheel power distribution to enhance handling.
Off – Disengages the VDC system.

Performance

2012 model year, 2013 model year for North America

• Top speed: 321km/h (200mph) est.
• 0-60 mph time: 2.7 seconds
• 0-100 mph time: 6.7 seconds
• 60-130 mph time: 8.89 seconds
• 1/4 mile time: 10.87 seconds @ 201km/h (125 mph)
• 30-0 mph: 26 ft.
• 60-0 mph: 106 ft.