The Nissan GT-R is powered by the VR38DETT engine, a 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in) DOHC V6. Two parallel Ishikawajima-Harima Heavy Industries (IHI) turbochargers provide forced induction. Production vehicles produce a manufacturer-claimed engine output of 474 bhp (353 kW) at 6400 rpm and 434 lb ft (588 N m) at 3200-5200 rpm. According to independent dynamometer tests, the GT-R produces 416 hp (310 kW) to 475 hp (354 kW) and 414 lb ft (561 N m) to 457 lb ft (620 N m) at the wheels. 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 dual clutch semi-automatic transmission 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) aids in stability. Three shift modes can also be selected for various conditions. The GT-R has a drag coefficient of 0.27.
2011 Nissan GT-R
2011 Nissan GT-R
2011 Nissan GT-R
2011 Nissan GT-R
2011 Nissan GT-R
2011 Nissan GT-R
* Displacement: V6 3,799 cc (3.8 L; 231.8 cu in) * Horsepower: 480 bhp (360 kW) at 6400 rpm* 485 bhp (362 kW)** * Torque: 430 lb ft (580 N m)* 434 lb ft (588 N m)** * Twin Turbo maximum boost: 17.8 psi (123 kPa)* * Redline: 7000 rpm * Drivetrain: Premium Midship AWD * Curb weight: estimated 3,800 lb (1,700 kg)* * Production: 2500 units per year (US) * Price: US$76,840 to US$80,090[22] * Top Speed: 193 mph (311 km/h)*