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It's finally starting to happen, the beans are being spilled just months before Tokyo Motor Show. Nissan's new GT-R engine is in actuality, not from the VQ family at all, but a VR, engine code: VR38. Peak power is estimated at 480 metric horsepower @ 6,800 rpm; torque comes in at a strong 419 lb-ft @ 1,700 - 5,600rpm. News is that the new VR is even lighter than the VQ and VK series of engines that have similar capacities. Here's where things get pricey, titanium intake valves and magnesium alloy exhaust valves will be used as well as a version of the new VVEL (Variable Valve Event and Lift) technology as used in the V36 Skyline Coupe. Red line is from 7,600rpm, with a 7,800rpm rev limit--almost 8 grand, we love it Even after the VR hits all 480 metric ponies at 6,800rpm, the engine is still able to provide 90-percent of maximum power up to redline. Certainly Nissan used the improvements learned from the VQ35HR (high response) for the new VR, giving it nearly-instant torque with a strong, powerband throughout. The engine will be turn-key capable of almost 600 hp. We hope to drive the GT-R very soon. More information to come. [ http://www.gtchannel.com/content.php?cid=6067 ] or [ http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=272123&page=1 ] _________________________________________________
some have argued that it shouldnt be marketed as a Nissan Car because it be better to market it as a Infinity car.
Disadvantages:
1.)Infinity is known to market luxury cars
2.)The crowd that buys an Infinity probably wouldn't be interested in a all out sports car
3.)Their already is a "Skyline" model in Japan currently Advantages:
1.)Infinity Dealerships have better mechanics/showmanship
(Horror Stories from Nissan Dealerships Come to Mind)
2.)The GT-R is high priced and would more affordable to the Infinity market
3.)The American Market excluding the Car enthusiasts, Import Tuners & Car aficionados don't know about the Nissan Skyline GT-R. Even though the Gran Turismo series and other videogames, magazines & forums helped broaden its name to North America. Face it the top of the line sports cars are bought by 40-50 middle aged men white guys in my opinion. So for the most part this car will be building its brand name. Infinity's badge carries more of a prestige with the general American car market.
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