Japan vs Japan — 1989 vs 1973
| Skyline GT-R BNR32 (R32) | Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 276 hp | 160 hp |
| Torque | 260 lb-ft | — |
| Engine Size | 2,568 cc | — |
| 0-60 mph | 4.9 sec | — |
| Top Speed | 155 mph | 124 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 13.3 sec | — |
| Weight | 3,153 lbs | 2,524 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,615 mm | 2,610 mm |
| Length | 4,545 mm | 4,460 mm |
| Units Produced | 43,934 | 197 |
| Value (Excellent) | $150,000 | — |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 6/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 1989 Nissan Skyline GT-R BNR32 (R32) brings more power, higher top speed to the table, and the 1973 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) answers with lighter weight, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
Few model names carry as much weight as the Nissan Skyline GT-R. The 1989 and 1973 iterations represent different chapters in this storied nameplate's history, each reflecting the priorities and technologies of its era. The 1989 Nissan Skyline GT-R BNR32 (R32) holds a clear advantage in raw power with 276 hp compared to 160 hp, a 116-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. The engine configurations differ significantly — a Twin-Turbo Inline-6 RB26DETT in the Nissan Skyline GT-R versus a Inline-6 in the Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110). The 1989 Nissan Skyline GT-R BNR32 (R32) 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 629 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 197 units built, the 1973 Nissan Skyline 2000GT-R (KPGC110) is considerably scarcer than the Nissan Skyline GT-R's 43,934 examples.