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Originally Posted by Supergoji
just curious as to why they didnt give it 380hp.... like the previous 380RS.
common nissan!!!! that Z would have almost been a 911 competitor at that power rating.
8,000 rpm, 380hp,12.5:1 compression and with direct injection 400hp. just copy porsche.
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Think of the millions it would cost to federally certify a new engine. Nissan was able to utilize the existing VQ37VHR and tune it with less backpressure for a 18 HP bump. Not cheap, but a cost effective way to offer slightly better performance from an engine that has already met all testing requirements.
Besides, Nissan already has a strong 911 competitor in the GT-R...