Spied: Nissan GT-R beats 911 Turbo around Nurburgring(+spec.sheet/prices-Pg.19)
01-28-07, 12:11 PM
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Excactly, remember, the performance benchmark they've been using for this car is the porsche 997 turbo. I wouldn't be surprised if the GT-R came out lighter than expected and having more around 480 hp
01-28-07, 07:25 PM
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Well I didnt mention Evo X, CTS-V, or IS-F because they're sedans. And as I recall this GTR was targeting the likes of Porsche's Carrera, not Caddy's CTS-V. Im comparing apples to apples. I admit, that may have not been clear in my original post. Also, where did that weight figure of the GTR come from? Ive never seen anything like that from what Ive read. 300+ pounds more than an auto G35 Coupe seems a bit embellished.
The weight from a full AWD setup and all the extra weight from turbos and their associated gear can EASILY add up to 3800lbs. G35s and 350zs are already portly. Adding an AWD drivetrain is going to add a considerable amount of weight.
02-08-07, 05:35 AM
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Skyline GTR spied in New Mexico
Some guy on SupraForums and his friends spotted the GTR
Here's what they had to say:
Here's what they had to say:
Well a couple of my friends in Sante Fe spied this little beauty at the gas station. Just because I don't feel like typing it I'll copy paste what he wrote. Too bad they only took one pic. It looks good though.
Around 5:30 Monday night, Keith (evo4g63) and I were heading down Cerrillos Road when we spotted the silver prototype Nissan Skyline, along with 2 black Armadas turning into an Amigo Mart on the opposite side of the road. Being that this was a rare sighting, we quickly flipped a "U" and pulled into the station. As we pulled in, the car surrounded by roughly 12 Asian guys who were logging information. Hoping that they spoke English, we decided to get down to talk with them about the car. I asked one of the guys what he thought of the car, and you guessed it, he had no idea what I was saying. However, he did manage to whisper a question into my ear, "you know GTR", in which I replied, "heck yes". As he asked me that, I noticed a large bulge on the right hand side of the covered interior. To my pleasant surprise it was a Japanese version Skyline equipped with factory turbos. We spoke with the reps from Nissan Japan a bit longer, and after a good 10-15 minutes of leg humping, let them get back on the road. The car has Michigan plates, and is being tested on US roads, so make sure to keep an eye out for it!
Around 5:30 Monday night, Keith (evo4g63) and I were heading down Cerrillos Road when we spotted the silver prototype Nissan Skyline, along with 2 black Armadas turning into an Amigo Mart on the opposite side of the road. Being that this was a rare sighting, we quickly flipped a "U" and pulled into the station. As we pulled in, the car surrounded by roughly 12 Asian guys who were logging information. Hoping that they spoke English, we decided to get down to talk with them about the car. I asked one of the guys what he thought of the car, and you guessed it, he had no idea what I was saying. However, he did manage to whisper a question into my ear, "you know GTR", in which I replied, "heck yes". As he asked me that, I noticed a large bulge on the right hand side of the covered interior. To my pleasant surprise it was a Japanese version Skyline equipped with factory turbos. We spoke with the reps from Nissan Japan a bit longer, and after a good 10-15 minutes of leg humping, let them get back on the road. The car has Michigan plates, and is being tested on US roads, so make sure to keep an eye out for it!
02-08-07, 05:47 AM
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I'm pretty much with everyone here.
The GTR is another animal entirely. It would be funny to see a poor little *Nissan* take out a Porsche. If you drive a car like this, heck if I did... LOL I'd be concerned about the bigger fish.
However, me.. personally.. if I am dropping 70k into a car and want raw performance the Z06 is where its at. Not only is it a beast but they beefed up the suspension so it handles even better. I could get over the fact that the interior is a glorified cavalier. :P
And does anyone else think that the styling on it is a little.. well, not all that eye catching? I'm sure people will see the GT-R before they realize by looking at it.. what the heck it is!
The GTR is another animal entirely. It would be funny to see a poor little *Nissan* take out a Porsche. If you drive a car like this, heck if I did... LOL I'd be concerned about the bigger fish.
However, me.. personally.. if I am dropping 70k into a car and want raw performance the Z06 is where its at. Not only is it a beast but they beefed up the suspension so it handles even better. I could get over the fact that the interior is a glorified cavalier. :P
And does anyone else think that the styling on it is a little.. well, not all that eye catching? I'm sure people will see the GT-R before they realize by looking at it.. what the heck it is!
02-08-07, 05:57 AM
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It's not a Skyline, it's not a Skyline, it's not a Skyline.
It's a GT-R. Say it with me. Gee Tee Arr.
And I have no idea what he's trying to say about the turbos. Bulge on the right hand side of the interior? How does that make you assume it has turbos... Unless you own the Maxima with the interior mounted turbos.
02-08-07, 06:32 AM
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02-08-07, 07:39 AM
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Makes sense.
It won't matter, some Nissan ricers will continue to buy the GT-R badge and slap them on their Altimas, Sentras, etc...sad....
I have a great respect for the previous GT-Rs and this new one should continue that trend.
And the name SKYLINE, just is=**** to me. I love that name.
02-08-07, 07:57 AM
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Oh and for the record, I'm not really making a list.
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