: The R35 launched in 2007 as a standalone model. It moved to a VR38DETT 3.8L V6 engine and a dual-clutch transmission, capable of 0-60 mph in under 3 seconds. Over its 18-year lifespan (2007–2025), horsepower evolved from 480 hp to over 600 hp in Nismo trims. Comparison Table: R35 GT-R Evolution (2007 vs. 2025) 2007 Launch Model 2025 Final Model Engine 3.8L Twin-Turbo V6 3.8L Twin-Turbo V6 (Balanced) Horsepower 565–600 HP 0-60 mph 3.8 seconds 2.9–3.2 seconds MSRP (Approx.) $120,000–$220,000
: After a long hiatus, the R32 GT-R debuted in 1989. It introduced the legendary RB26DETT twin-turbo engine and the ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system, which allowed it to dominate Group A racing. GTR Evolution
: It adds 30 new cars across three classes (GT, Extreme, and Production) and includes 19 tracks with over 40 variations. Its standout feature is the meticulously detailed Nürburgring Nordschleife , often called "The Green Hell". : The R35 launched in 2007 as a standalone model
In the automotive world, the "GTR evolution" describes the transformation of a Japanese icon, often nicknamed "Godzilla" for its dominance in motorsports. Comparison Table: R35 GT-R Evolution (2007 vs
Nissan officially announced the end of the R35 's North American sales in October 2024, marking the conclusion of nearly two decades of continuous evolution for this generation. GTR Evolution - First Look - Nordschliefe Green Hell
Released in 2008, GTR Evolution is an expansion pack for the simulation title Race 07 , developed by SimBin Studios. It is widely regarded by sim-racing veterans for its hardcore realism and focus on the Nürburgring Nordschleife.
: While some critics at the time felt it was a minor update over previous titles, newcomers praised it as "about as real as it gets". 2. The Evolution of the Nissan GT-R