*NOTE: This is all based on the information I have available to me. I'm not claiming 100% certainty on this information or the aspects of how a GT-R's AWD system works. This is just what I have been told and informed of*
what I've been 'informed' by many people is that the Infiniti G35 is refferenced to as the 'new' Skyline R35 in japan. However from what I understand, this is still BS as there is no R35 model in Japan yet, though 'some' media and games keep reffering to this as the 'American Skyline', due to the overall look compared to a 350z and the rear tales.
As far as AWD, generally AWD systems DON'T shift power between the front and rear wheels. This is why it's refferenced as a 'new technology' in America for the G35 sedan. This system is referred to as ASETTA or ASSETA, I don't remember which (which I believe started with the R32 model of the Skyline, in which previous Skyline models were FR design). Most other AWD systems keep their power split in a specific ratio at all times (Such as the Eclipse GSX which had a perfect 50/50 power distribution ratio.), though there may be a few that I'm unaware of which mimics the legendary AWD system of the Skyline.
And as for the new Skyline: I have heard as well that it will be released in 2007. However, I have not seen an official press release stating such or oficial specs either. The only thing that I have seen is the 2001 Nissan GTR concept. It's also said it will be released stateside, and I've heard the V8 and Turbo V6 rumor as well. However, I refuse to believe that they will put a NAV8 in there, or a Single Turbo V6.
Reason 1) a large displacement V8 will create more torque and power than the car needs, due to the fact that insurance companies in Japan were able to get a HP limit established on factory production vehicles (basically limiting its power to 276HP by law).
Reason 2) a single turbo V6 will cause problems in performance, due to the fact that without a twin turbo set up, the turbo ends up having to spool up to add that pressure, effectively leaving it with far less HP and Torque at lower revs and lagging behind the competetion.
and a G35 is NOT a skyline in any way. it is a 350Z with a sexier body that has resembelance to a Skyline. The main differences:
-FR as opposed to Electronically Controlled AWD
-2.5L NA I6 (RB25DE) for the Skyline models, 2.6L TT I6 (RB26DETT) for the Skyline GT-R models, and 3.5L NA V6 (VQ35DE) for the 350Z, G35, Pathfinder, Maxima, and Altima
There are other differences I'm sure, but those are the two big ones that makes the G35 NOTHING like the Skyline.
So while the G35 is not a Skyline, the questions are
-will they make an AWD G35 coupe with the Electronically controlled system used on the G35 sedan which came from the Skyline?
-if not, is there a way to take it off of the sedan and put it on the coupe (special order the parts, and then find a way to put it on the coupe. I've heard there's kits available to do something similar to a Civic)
Either way, the AWD system isn't that necessary if you're going to go drag race with your G35. While sure, you launch at a faster speed with an AWD system, the added weight ends up taking off your quarter mile time in the long run. Therefore, FR generally is the best in the 1/4 mile.
However, due to the design of the ASETTA drive system, the GTR is a monster in the street rally. It applys torque and HP to the Front wheels only for acceleration(such as out of a corner) and slips, and makes it's handling tough to beat.
Too many god damn riceboys in this world. Quit thinking FF 4 cylinders will actually win. Even a real japanese racer knows better than that!
However, due to the design of the ASETTA drive system, the GTR is a monster in the street rally. It applys torque and HP to the Front wheels only for acceleration(such as out of a corner) and slips, and makes it's handling tough to beat.
Too many god damn riceboys in this world. Quit thinking FF 4 cylinders will actually win. Even a real japanese racer knows better than that!
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Dude, great info, I'm not gonna go through each detail and give my $.02, not worth it. But the last part, for entertainment perposes, try and get hold of Initial D. It is a japanese drifting cartoon. So cool, you get to see an AE86 beat modded RX-7's, Silvia's and an R32... very cool IMO.
Firestorm, I covered a lot of this in the other thread.
Your post mistakenly misses the fact that there are two cars in Japan. Both the Skyline and the Skyline GT-R exist there.
The Skyline is what was released as the G35 in the states. The Skyline GT-R has sadly never been released here (though you can get one imported for about $100k). Supposedly, we're getting the next version which will be labeled just "GT-R".
As an additionaly sidenote, the 350Z is called the Fairlady Z in Japan.
yea, like I mentioned in another thread, you're right, I know that, and I sadly make the mistake of saying "Skyline" and actually mean "Skyline GT-R".
and actually it ranges from $20k to $100k, depending on if you want an R-32 GT-R or an R32 GT-R V-spec II
also.... I thought that it was the 300zx that was reffered to as the fairlady Z... or was it a different version of the Fairlady?
either way, a G35 would be only comparable to the R35 Skyline, not any other version of the skyline as the R32-R34 models of the Skyline used the RB25DE as someone said earlier. The GT-R used the RB26GETT.
though if anyone knows of any other mistakes I might have made, I'm all for being informed of such.
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Too many god damn riceboys in this world. Quit thinking FF 4 cylinders will actually win. Even a real japanese racer knows better than that!
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Yeah, but who wouldn't want the R32?
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Not sure about the 300ZX. I only recently became a "Nissan Enthusiast." The current 350, though, indeed carries the Fairlady namesake.
hey, R32 was a great car, no doubt about it. It was lighter than the R34 from what I understand. I am just partial to the curves of the R34. It screams out "sexy" loud as hell XD
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Too many god damn riceboys in this world. Quit thinking FF 4 cylinders will actually win. Even a real japanese racer knows better than that!
You know what is strange??? Coincidentally I came across this information for the first time... You have to check out this site. Technicly I can get into trouble for this but who cares it will answer alot of questions for you guys if used wisely. http://press.nissan-global.com/EN/ you have to copy and paste I believe but as for the subject in arguement about what is where. There HAS always been a base model Skyline and in a round about sort of way...Screw it specifically the G35 is it. The skyline has almost always been available in coupe and sedan, Then there is the more popular R series Skyline. The G35 is the GT version but is no R nor any other Spec for that matter. I am upset that there just may never be a GT-R in the US due to D.O.T. restrictions. But for you guys comparing body styles of what is and isnt a Skyline in general...New for the US is the G35. Yes coincidentally it carries the similarities of the new Failady 350 but the only true similarities is The engine. In japan they do not care much that the models are similar but for sales purposes in the US it seems we need to segregate everything so Ideots do not get confused. Example How do you think sales would be for nissan in the US if all Nissan And infiniti were showcased as Nissan with all models JP and US combined? It would suck because there ARE a few cars in the lineup that look the same but are very different cars, and people dont like too many choices even though we ask for them. Finally it is said that if you get the G35 with all aero and performance package then it is a taste of what the GT-R is going to be.
Oh one more thing...Cant we all just get along? Help each other find answers not arguements. I am a long time Nismo enthusiast but dont quote me on anything we all make mistakes and the truth today will be a lie tomorrow simply because there are always changes not necessarily improvements but changes.
*NOTE: This is all based on the information I have available to me. I'm not claiming 100% certainty on this information or the aspects of how a GT-R's AWD system works. This is just what I have been told and informed of*
what I've been 'informed' by many people is that the Infiniti G35 is refferenced to as the 'new' Skyline R35 in japan. However from what I understand, this is still BS as there is no R35 model in Japan yet, though 'some' media and games keep reffering to this as the 'American Skyline', due to the overall look compared to a 350z and the rear tales.
As far as AWD, generally AWD systems DON'T shift power between the front and rear wheels. This is why it's refferenced as a 'new technology' in America for the G35 sedan. This system is referred to as ASETTA or ASSETA, I don't remember which (which I believe started with the R32 model of the Skyline, in which previous Skyline models were FR design). Most other AWD systems keep their power split in a specific ratio at all times (Such as the Eclipse GSX which had a perfect 50/50 power distribution ratio.), though there may be a few that I'm unaware of which mimics the legendary AWD system of the Skyline.
And as for the new Skyline: I have heard as well that it will be released in 2007. However, I have not seen an official press release stating such or oficial specs either. The only thing that I have seen is the 2001 Nissan GTR concept. It's also said it will be released stateside, and I've heard the V8 and Turbo V6 rumor as well. However, I refuse to believe that they will put a NAV8 in there, or a Single Turbo V6.
Reason 1) a large displacement V8 will create more torque and power than the car needs, due to the fact that insurance companies in Japan were able to get a HP limit established on factory production vehicles (basically limiting its power to 276HP by law).
Reason 2) a single turbo V6 will cause problems in performance, due to the fact that without a twin turbo set up, the turbo ends up having to spool up to add that pressure, effectively leaving it with far less HP and Torque at lower revs and lagging behind the competetion.
and a G35 is NOT a skyline in any way. it is a 350Z with a sexier body that has resembelance to a Skyline. The main differences:
-FR as opposed to Electronically Controlled AWD
-2.5L NA I6 (RB25DE) for the Skyline models, 2.6L TT I6 (RB26DETT) for the Skyline GT-R models, and 3.5L NA V6 (VQ35DE) for the 350Z, G35, Pathfinder, Maxima, and Altima
There are other differences I'm sure, but those are the two big ones that makes the G35 NOTHING like the Skyline.
So while the G35 is not a Skyline, the questions are
-will they make an AWD G35 coupe with the Electronically controlled system used on the G35 sedan which came from the Skyline?
-if not, is there a way to take it off of the sedan and put it on the coupe (special order the parts, and then find a way to put it on the coupe. I've heard there's kits available to do something similar to a Civic)
Either way, the AWD system isn't that necessary if you're going to go drag race with your G35. While sure, you launch at a faster speed with an AWD system, the added weight ends up taking off your quarter mile time in the long run. Therefore, FR generally is the best in the 1/4 mile.
However, due to the design of the ASETTA drive system, the GTR is a monster in the street rally. It applys torque and HP to the Front wheels only for acceleration(such as out of a corner) and slips, and makes it's handling tough to beat.
Too many god damn riceboys in this world. Quit thinking FF 4 cylinders will actually win. Even a real japanese racer knows better than that!
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