Official site up.http://www2.nissan.co.jp/SKYLINE/V36/0611/top.html
Base model 250GT for 2,793,000 yen, or ~$23,692 USD. I dig that price.
Japan uses a slightly different hp measurement, so:
VQ35HR: 315 hp @6800 rpm, 264 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm, 21.6 mpg combined.
VQ25HR: 225 hp @6800 rpm, 194 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm, 26.3 mpg combined.
The VQ25HR has a nice flat torque curve at 2000 rpm+, at 177 lb-ft. (on the 3, Mechanism page)
The Nissan Skyline GT-R is an iconic Japanese granturismo launched more than 15 years ago. Also known as "Godzilla" it is rated as providing performance and handling equal or superior to that of European icons like the Porsche 911 and the Ferrari 360 Modena, at a considerably lower price. Back home the Skyline GTR humiliated its competitors such as the Honda NSX, Toyota Supra, Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution, Subaru Impreza WRX STi, and Mazda RX-7 until the 1999 production finish. In 2007 the “Godzilla” is coming back!
The exterior design of the new GT-R will be built up on elements of previous GT-Rs, being more of an evolution than a revolution. It will feature the trademark round lights in the back and a wide single center air intake in front. But the front will differ in comparison to the previous GT-R Concept due to the headlights that now flow into a lower, canted hood. The more pronounced and boldly shaped front fenders will feature air vents on their back to help cooling. Overall, the stance of the car will be more aggressive and fluid now, than it did on the 2001 GT-R Concept.
The production GT-R is said to debut at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show and is scheduled to go on sale in Japan in Fall 2007, followed by the U.S. and Canada in Spring 2008.
The best guess for the GT-R’s new engine would be a twin-turbocharged V6 engine eith power rumored around 450 hp. Naturally, handling will be a top priority, and has been reported that Nissan contracted Lotus to help fine-tune track performance.
As for the previous GT-Rs the new car sets as a priority to deliver the best in driving pleasure. In essence, driving pleasure refers to the fact that that a car responds faithfully to the driver’s wishes and performs precisely as expected. All generations of the GT-R have consistently pursued this vision of ultimate driving pleasure. Both on the road and on the racetrack, the GT-R have always represented the ultimate performance combined with handling qualities that stay faithful to the driver’s wishes, in all conditions. As a result to that, the Skuline GT-R has built a reputation that extends far beyond its loyal owner base.
At the front end, the single centre air intake will optimize airflow and will strongly link the identity of the GT-R from R34 to GT-R Concept (2001). The front fenders will be uniquely designed through intensive analysis of the airflow around the tires. the air vent behind the front fender will release the brakes cooling air flow and will also optimize aerodynamics. The side of the body will be sculptured towards the rear fender, in order to further express the power and dynamic tension of the car.
The overall shape of the body will combine solid and smooth surfaces to achieve the look of a well-trained athlete. The unique C-pillar crease will improve aerodynamics and will reflect the racing DNA of the Skyline GT-R.