Nissan GT-R NISMO (GT3 (2010))
The Nissan GT-R NISMO is the ultimate track-focused evolution of Nissan’s legendary R35 platform, engineered with NISMO’s full motorsport and performance expertise. It takes the familiar GT-R formula — twin-turbo V6 power, advanced all-wheel drive, and relentless stability — and sharpens it into a road car that feels far closer to a race machine than a grand tourer.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 3.8L twin-turbocharged VR38DETT V6 (front-mid mounted, longitudinal)
Total Output: ~600 hp
Redline: ~7,100 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed dual-clutch automatic
Weight: ~1,720 kg
Dimensions: ~4,689 mm long × 1,895 mm wide × 1,370 mm tall | Wheelbase 2,780 mm
Tires: High-performance road tires on lightweight NISMO wheels
Brakes: Brembo performance discs with multi-piston calipers
Layout: Front-engine, all-wheel drive
In the Simulator Feel
The GT-R NISMO feels brutally effective in the sim — a heavy, grippy, technology-packed machine that trades delicacy for devastating pace. It launches hard, puts power down with remarkable confidence, and remains composed even when you lean on it aggressively, but the mass is always there underneath you. It’s the kind of car that rewards clean, committed driving and punishes sloppy inputs with understeer or a sudden loss of balance if you overcook corner entry.
Engine & Sound: The VR38DETT delivers a deep, mechanical V6 growl backed by distinctive turbo spool and a hard-edged exhaust note. It pulls with strong mid-range torque and feels especially muscular on corner exit, where the dual-clutch transmission snaps off shifts with race-car urgency.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Stable and predictable, with strong front-end grip under load but a tendency toward understeer if you enter too fast.
Traction: Excellent all-weather traction from the AWD system makes it easy to deploy power early.
Braking: Strong stopping power, though the car’s weight means you need to be decisive and plan your braking zones.
Top Speed: Very competitive on fast circuits, especially when the power band is kept in the meat of the turbo torque.
Driving Style Tip: Drive it with confidence and patience. The GT-R NISMO loves smooth steering, progressive braking, and early throttle application. It’s a great choice for drivers who want a planted, high-grip car that can attack fast corners and ride curbs without feeling nervous.
Livery & Aesthetics: In NISMO trim, the GT-R looks every bit as serious as it drives — aggressive aero, a wide stance, carbon-fiber details, and unmistakable GT-R presence. The visual package is clean, muscular, and purpose-built, with a cockpit that feels modern and focused.
Whether you're hot lapping or racing wheel-to-wheel, the Nissan GT-R NISMO is a devastatingly capable sim car — a high-tech powerhouse that combines stability, traction, and raw turbocharged punch.