From Nissan to BEST MAGAZINE:
Some tidbits from the the write-up accompanying the pics (although most people could already guess this stuff):
(1) This rendition of the GT-R is apparently based on a sneak preview of the current exterior on the prototype as seen by BestCar. Leaked information suggests that Nissan are aiming to have the exterior of the car the first part that is finalized.
(2) As of March 2002, Nissan has begun testing the current prototype of the GT-R at the Suzuka track in Japan.
(3)The engine is going to be a 3.5ltr twin turbo based on the VQ35 block (V6) with power output at 350ps (resulting in a power to weight ratio of 4.28kg/ps). Unfortunately, the writer notes that current testing is showing the VQ35 block to be a weak point of the engine when hp starts to rise above 400ps.
(4) Japan pricing is targetted at Y6,000,000.
(5) The US will likely get the car at a similar price point as Japan, however, if it is to go to Europe it will be priced significantly higher (they say almost double).
(6) The production model will be shown at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2003 with the consumer getting their hands on the car in 2004.
(7) Size statistics are as follows: 4500mm (L); 1850mm (W); 1360mm (H); 2850mm (Wheelbase); and 1500kg (Weight).
(8) Performance statistics as as follows: 350ps/7500rpm; 55.0kgm/5500rpm.
These facts are directly from the article but I would say take them with a grain of salt as even the writer suggests that there appears to be continuous new information being leaked.
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