A classic battle, 12 years later we conclude that the
GT-R is faster in acceleration and dry tracks and the
911 Turbo is faster on wet tracks and on straights.
Porsche 911 Turbo vs Nissan GT-R
| Category | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 3.8 l V6 | 3.6 l B6 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 480 / 473 | 480 / 473 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 587 / 433 | 620 / 457 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1765 / 3891 | 1618 / 3567 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 272 / 268 | 297 / 293 |
| Average price | €82,000 | €140,000 |
Lap Times
Acceleration (mph)
| Speed & distance | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 30 mph | 1.1 s | 1.0 s |
| 0 - 40 mph | 1.7 s | 1.5 s |
| 0 - 50 mph | 2.4 s | 2.7 s |
| 0 - 60 mph | 3.2 s | 3.2 s |
| 0 - 70 mph | 4.2 s | 4.2 s |
| 0 - 80 mph | 5.3 s | 5.6 s |
| 0 - 90 mph | 6.4 s | 6.8 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 7.8 s | 7.8 s |
| 0 - 110 mph | 9.4 s | 9.9 s |
| 0 - 120 mph | 11.2 s | 11.5 s |
| 0 - 130 mph | 12.1 s | 16.2 s |
| 0 - 140 mph | 19.3 s | 16.6 s |
| 0 - 150 mph | 19.6 s | 18.7 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 8.2 s @ 101.3 mph | 8.2 s @ 100.7 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 11.3 s @ 125.5 mph | 11.4 s |
| Est. 1/2 mile | 19.4 s @ 147.9 mph | 19.3 s @ 149.7 mph |
| Est. 1 mile | 32.2 s @ 172.1 mph | 31.2 s @ 175.2 mph |
Acceleration (kph)
| Speed & distance | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 50 kph | 1.2 s | 1.3 s |
| 0 - 60 kph | 2.2 s | 1.7 s |
| 0 - 80 kph | 3.1 s | 2.6 s |
| 0 - 100 kph | 3.4 s | 3.5 s |
| 0 - 120 kph | 5.4 s | 4.7 s |
| 0 - 130 kph | 5.4 s | 5.3 s |
| 0 - 140 kph | 6.9 s | 6.5 s |
| 0 - 160 kph | 7.9 s | 7.8 s |
| 0 - 180 kph | 10.8 s | 9.7 s |
| 0 - 200 kph | 12.2 s | 11.9 s |
| 0 - 250 kph | 25.4 s | 20.7 s |
| 0 - 300 kph | 53.3 s | 40.7 s |
| 1000 m | 21.9 s @ 246.0 kph | 22.7 s |
| 60 - 100 kph (4) | 3.9 s | 3.4 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (5) | 4.8 s | 3.7 s |
| 80 - 120 kph (6) | 7.1 s | 5.3 s |
| 80 - 120 kph | 2.3 s | 2.2 s |
| Est. 200 - 300 kph | 40.6 s | 28.0 s |
Braking distance
| Speed | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| 100 kph - 0 | 33 m (107 ft) | 32 m (106 ft) |
| 190 kph - 0 | 123 m (402 ft) | 123 m (404 ft) |
| 200 kph - 0 | 133 m (436 ft) | 133 m (435 ft) |
| 60 mph - 0 | 30 m (99 ft) | 34 m (110 ft) |
| 70 mph - 0 | 44 m (145 ft) | 45 m (148 ft) |
General performance
| Category | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Top speed | 314 kph (195 mph) | 311 kph (193 mph) |
| 0 - 100 mph - 0 | 13.1 s | 12.5 s |
| Est. max acceleration | 0.82 g (8 m/s²) | 0.81 g (8 m/s²) |
| 18m slalom | 68.5 kph (42.6 mph) | 68.4 kph (42.5 mph) |
| Fuel economy | 10.0 l/100 km (24 mpg US / 28 UK) | 9.8 l/100 km (24 mpg US / 29 UK) |
| Lateral acceleration | 1.01 g (10 m/s²) | 0.99 g (10 m/s²) |
Summary
| Category | Nissan GT-R (R35) | Porsche 911 Turbo |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 2485 | 2321 |
| Straight line speed | 4613 | 4856 |
| Total | 7098 | 7177 |
Verdict
There is no clear winner in this comparison.
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Acceleration graph
M Powwaa 2y ago
DK. 3y ago
7:08 was not a PRODUCTION GTR. https://www.carthrottle.com/post/bad-news-the-gt-r-nismos-astonishing-nurburgring-time-was-a-massive-lie/
Piorun 11y ago
Very classic comparasion.
We can see how controversial was the results that GT-R made. It really was shocking.
Now we know that GT-R is a faster car. There is no doubt about it.
But if we move from track to real road, and real road conditions. 911 shows its adventages of softer suspension, better interior. I think for a track car R35 was pure heaven. For daily use Turbo still was little more complete.
TechTony 14y ago
The Nissan is a disposable car. the 911 turbos will not need to be touched for 200,000miles. only regular maintenance. every Nissan will need a major rebuild every 60,000miles. the Porsches are not a stressed engine. if an owner wanted to, either car can be tuned so its times are faster and faster. putting more and more stress on the mechanicals. if someone just wants a quick 4wd pocket rocket they should buy a wrx and tune it. another disposable japanese car.
Georg 15y ago
Bezza
1 hour ago
In last months EVO, the new Turbo S was STILL Slower than the first GTR they tested in 2008 with \"just\" 474 BHP. New GTR with 520 BHP on sale soon will even up the straight line balance.
Turbo S time tested by EVO was FASTER than GTR... 1:23.41 > 1:23.60 ....and the Turbo S drove the time with passenger on the co driver seat!
silly fanboy claims..
Rick 15y ago
They did a comparison on the Speed Channel yesterday and the GTR won against the 997 Turbo in 3 out of the 4 test performed including beating it in straigtline by a half second.
Raa 16y ago
The problem is GT-R is practicly driven by computer which is right the oposit to Porscha... So even my grandpa could set the fastest lap.
