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1998 Nissan Fairlady 300ZX

1998 Nissan Fairlady 300ZX

1998 Nissan Fairlady 300ZX

Since the launch of the first-generation S30 (1969), the Fairlady Z became an exceptional hit as a sports car with a production total in excess of 1 million units. Special features of the fourth-generation model (Z32), launched in July 1989, included its spirited silhouette – wide proportions, slanted nose, and forward cabin. Both two-seater and 2/2 series were produced.

In Detail

type Series Production Car
built at Japan
engine VG30DETT V6
displacement 2960 cc / 180.63 in³
power 206 kw / 276.2 bhp @ 6400 rpm
specific output 93.31 bhp per litre
bhp/weight 175.92 bhp per tonne
torque 388.0 nm / 286.2 ft lbs @ 3600 rpm
body / frame Unitary Steel Monocoque w/Carbon Fiber Doors & Hood, Roll Cage
driven wheels RWD
front tires 225/50R16
rear tires 225/50R16
front brakes Ventilated Discs
rear brakes Ventilated Discs
f suspension Multi-Link
r suspension Multi-Link
curb weight 1570 kg / 3462 lbs
wheelbase 2570 mm / 101.2 in
front track 1495 mm / 58.9 in
rear track 1535 mm / 60.4 in
length 4525 mm / 178.1 in
width 1800 mm / 70.9 in
height 1255 mm / 49.4 in
transmission Electronic Automatic