Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110)

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Nissan Skyline GT-R

Japan vs Japan — 1973 vs 1999

Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) (1973)
Nissan Skyline GT-R (1999)
Specifications
Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110)Skyline GT-R V-Spec BNR34
Horsepower160 hp280 hp
Torque—289 lb-ft
Engine Size—2,568 cc
0-60 mph—4.4 sec
Top Speed124 mph155 mph
¼ Mile—12.8 sec
Weight2,524 lbs3,439 lbs
Wheelbase2,610 mm2,665 mm
Length4,460 mm4,600 mm
Units Produced197—
Value (Excellent)—$350,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/109/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 1973 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) brings lighter weight to the table, and the 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec BNR34 answers with more power, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

Few model names carry as much weight as the Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110). The 1973 and 1999 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec BNR34 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 280 hp compared to 160 hp, a 120-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Inline-6 in the Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) versus a Inline-6 DOHC Twin Turbo in the Nissan Skyline GT-R. The 1999 Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec BNR34 claims a higher top speed at 155 mph compared to 124 mph. The Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 915 lbs lighter. Each of these machines offers a unique window into the era that produced it, making both worthy of consideration by collectors and drivers alike.