Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94

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Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94
Appears in	Gran Turismo (RM) Gran Turismo 2 (RM) Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec Gran Turismo 4 Gran Turismo PSP Gran Turismo 5 Gran Turismo 6
Type in GT5	Standard, Premium
Interior in GT6	Detailed
Manufacturer	Nissan
Displacement	2568 cc
Drivetrain	4WD
Engine	RB26DETT
Max Power	276 HP / 6800 rpm
Performance Points	456 PP
Max Torque	260.38 ft-lb / 4400 rpm
0-60 Mph	5.45 seconds
Standing Quarter Mile	13.871 seconds
Top Speed	192 miles per hour (309 km/h)
Length	4,545 millimetres (178.9 in)
Width	1,755 millimetres (69.1 in)
Height	1,340 millimetres (53 in)
Weight	1,500 kilograms (3,300 lb)

The Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94 is a Road car produced by Nissan. It appears in every Gran Turismo game since the first one.

Colors

The player can pick five colors when they buy the car:

• Black Pearl(M)
• Gun Gray Metallic
• Crystal White
• Spark Silver Metallic
• Red Pearl

Background

Concept

The E-BNR32 Skyline GT-R (shortened to just R32) produced in 1989 sees the revival of Nissan's GT-R line of sports cars. Nissan wanted to retire the GTS-R in favor of a more competitive vehicle to compete in Group A racing. Nissan Kohki (Nissan's power train engineering and manufacturing facility) originally tested a twin turbocharged 2350cc bored and stroked version of the RB20 engine. This set up produced 233 kW (313 hp) and used a RWD drivetrain. Under Group A regulations, a turbocharged engine must multiply its engine displacement by 1.7, putting the new Skyline in the 4000 cc class, and requiring the use of 10-inch-wide tires. Knowing that they would be required to use 10-inch-wide tires, Nissan made the decision to make the car all wheel drive. Nissan developed a special motorsport-oriented AWD system for this purpose called the ATTESA E-TS. Although this assisted with traction, it made the car 100 kg (220 lb) heavier; the added weight put the GT-R at a disadvantage to other cars in the 4000 cc class. Nissan then made the decision to increase the displacement to 2600 cc, and put the car in the 4500 cc class, with the car's weight near-equal to competing cars. The 4500 cc class also allowed for 11-inch-wide tires. New engine block and heads were then developed to better match the increased displacement. The result was a 600 horsepower car. Later REINIK (Racing & Rally Engineering Division Incorporated Nissan Kohi) produced Group A racing engines between 373–485 kW (500–650 hp) depending on track conditions.

Production

This new 2.6 L all wheel drive concept was put into production as the R32 Nissan Skyline GT-R. The R32 developed 206 kW (276 hp) and 266 lb·ft (361 N·m) of torque, it had a curb weight of 1,430 kg (3,146 lbs). Nissan officially started its production run August 1989, and began its Group A campaign in 1990. Due to strict Group A homologation rules, Nissan was required to also sell a series of the Skyline GT-R which more accurately reflected the car they use in Group A racing. This series was called the Skyline GT-R 'Nismo' edition.

The Skyline GT-R 'Nismo', introduced on 22 February 1990, has a total production of 560 units as required for the "Evolution" models regulation (over 500). Only 500 of the cars were sold to the public, with 60 being held by Nissan to turn into race cars. Its purpose is to homologate a number of aerodynamic changes used in Group A racing. Changes include additional ducts in the front bumper to improve airflow to the intercooler, a bonnet lip spoiler to direct more air into the engine bay, and an additional boot lip spoiler to provide more downforce. The 'Nismo' GT-R was only available in Gun Gray Metallic.

The Skyline GT-R 'N1' model, introduced on July 19, 1991, was designed for home-market N1 racing with a total of 228 units produced. The most notable change was in the engine, which was upgraded to the R32-N1 specification. The car was also lightened by the removal of the ABS, air conditioning, sound system, rear wiper, trunk carpet, and the use of light-weight headlights. No color options were available and all 'N1' cars were delivered with a thin layer of Crystal White paint. The result was a 30 kg weight savings for a curb weight of 1,400 kg.

To celebrate the success of the GT-R in both Group N and Group A racing, Nissan introduced the Skyline GT-R V.spec ("Victory Specification") car on 3 February 1993. The V.spec added Brembo brakes and a retuned ATTESA E-TS system to the Nismo and N1 packages, as well as 17" BBS wheels with 225/45/17 tires. The V.spec has a list price of ¥5,260,000.

Finally on 14 February 1994 the Skyline GT-R V.spec II was released, with the only change being wider 245/45/17 tires. In addition, both the V.spec and V.spec II had a curb weight of 1,480 kg (3,256 lbs), weighing 50 kg (110 lbs) more than the standard GT-R. Total production of the V.spec I and II was 1,453 and 1,303 units respectively.

Total production of the R32 Skyline GT-R was 43,934 units, with production starting on August 21, 1989. An above average proportion of the GT-R's were sold in white: this is likely because white is the national racing color of Japan in international motorsport.

Description

"A special R32 GT-R with Brembo brakes and 45-profile tires."

After a 16-year absence, Nissan resurrected the heralded "GT-R," in August 1989 in the form of a sleek 2+2. Nicknamed the "Ken-Mary" GT-R, this new 2+2 was based on the eighth-generation Skyline, and it would change the landscape of Japanese GT cars forever.

Under the hood lurked a new 2.6-liter DOHC inline-6 with two ceramic turbos. Power was pegged at Japan's federalized maximum limit at 276 HP with head-snapping 260.3 ft-lb of torque. Nissan poured its motorsports know-how into this powerplant, using special exhaust valves, throttle, and a reinforced cylinder block. The power was distributed to all four wheels via Nissan's ATTESA E-TS that provided incredible traction and grip on tarmac or gravel.

In the handling department, the R32 knew few equals at its suspension - a unique multilink setup at both the front and rear - kept the car steady through sharp turns. The R32 also had a special steering system too, in the form of the Super HICAS four-wheel steering. The discs brakes at all four corners features aluminum calipers, with four pistons up front and two on the rear.

Nissan's motorsports arm, Nismo, created a limited-edition model which was followed by V-spec and V-spec II, both models taking the already awesome performance of the R32 to higher levels. Unfortunately American motorists never had the opportunity to sample its prowess; nevertheless Nissan still managed to sell 43,934 units by November 1994.

Acquisition

GT1

This car can be purchased in the Nissan Used Car Dealership for around 40.000-50.000 Credits.

GT2

This car can be purchased in the Nissan Used Car Dealership for around 34.000-44.000 Credits.

GT3

This car can be bought at the Nissan dealership for 52,600 Credits. A special Silica Breath Metallic version is also available by winning the Beginner Gran Turismo World Championship.

GT4

This car can be bought at the Early '90s Used Car Dealership for between 18,000 to 26,400 Credits, depending on the mileage.

GTPSP

This car can be purchased for 52,900 Credits.

GT5

This car can be both Standard and Premium in the game. The Premium version can be bought at the Nissan Dealership for 52,900 Credits, while the Standard version can be obtained by importing this car from Gran Turismo PSP. Both cars are Level 6.

GT6

This car can be purchased for 52.900 Credits. It is a detailed car.

Pictures

A Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94 with racing modifications applied in the original Gran Turismo. Like any other variant of the Nissan Skyline GT-R (R32) available in the game, it resembles the Nissan CALSONIC SKYLINE GT-R Race Car '93 when the Blue color scheme is applied. This racing scheme is available in two color schemes: Red and Blue.

A Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94 with racing modifications applied in Gran Turismo 2.

The Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94 as it appears in Gran Turismo 3: A-Spec. Notice the front bumper vents that are taken from the Nissan SKYLINE GT-R N1 (R32) '91 and different-looking BBS wheels.

The Premium version of the Nissan SKYLINE GT-R V • spec II (R32) '94 as it appears in Gran Turismo 5 and Gran Turismo 6. Aside from the more squared exterior look, the car remains aesthetically the same.