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Nissan

300ZX Z32

5.6s0–60 MPH
249TOP SPEED KPH
283HORSEPOWER

Notes

The Nissan 300ZX Z32, produced between 1990 and 1993, was a modern-looking two-door/two-seater/rear-wheel-drive coupe designed by Isao Sono and Toshio Yamashita for assembly at the Hiratsuka plant in Japan. This wider & rounder edition of the 300ZX comes out of the factory with a 5-speed manual transmission and a hydraulic rack and pinion steering type. It comes powered by a 3.0L VG30 V6 twin-turbocharged DOHC engine delivering a maximum output power of 225 PS at 6400 Rpm, with 268 Nm of torque, taking this car to the top speed of 156 MPH and from 0-62 MPH in around 5.9 seconds flat. The Z32 pioneered a computerized voice warning system to alert drivers of critical issues, which may not sound groundbreaking under today's standards. Nevertheless, it makes the Nissan 300ZX Z32 a collectible item for fans of computer-assisted driving.

The Nissan 300ZX Z32 is a truly modern-classic, reliable, performance car. This Japanese sporting vehicle made it to the Car and Driver's Ten Best lists between 1990 and 1996. The Nissan 300ZX Z32 holds a current market value of around $20,299, which is justified among classic cars Fans around the globe. It has a combined fuel consumption of 11.2L/100Km and a 3623 Lbs weight. The suspension type used is a wishbone/spring strut supporting size 225/50/R16-245/45/R16 tires, with ventilated discs Anti-Lock braking system for stopping power. The 300ZX Z32 is a perfect car for old-fashioned hearts and retro-futuristic fans.

horsepower
283
WEIGHT KG
1,644
forced Induction
YES
Power to Weight
0.17
CURRENT VALUE
$20,000

OEM Specs

engine Description
3.0L twin-turbo V6 (VG30)
drive Type
RWD
0-60 MPH
5.6 SECs
TOP SPEED KPH
249
PRICE (MSRP) USD
$33,800
gearbox
5-SPEED MANUAL
torque
374 N.M
Model Years
1990-1996

YEAR NOTES

1990: Nissan Launched the Second generation Z-car for the North American market in 1989, for the model year 1990
1996: Nissan stopped the sales in the USA market

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Popular Nissan 300ZX Z32 Mods by Level

From 6 documented builds

Medium

3 builds
Tires Bridgestone Potenza RE-71R1
Suspension Stance Coilovers1· SPL Rear Upper Control Arm1· Tein Coilovers1· Stillen Sway Bar1
Brakes StopTech Big Brake Kit2· StopTech BBK1
Intake/Exhaust Jim Wolf Intake1· GReddy SP2 Exhaust1· AMS Downpipe1
Power/Tune JWT Chip1· Nissan VG30DETT1· Jim Wolf ECU1
Drivetrain JWT Aluminum Flywheel1· Specialty Z Flywheel1· Jim Wolf Clutch1
Other Nissan HICAS Rear Steering1· Unorthodox Racing Crank Pulley1

Lap Times

Time Track Car Mod Driver Tire Lap Date Date Added vs Predict Pace
1:59.9 M Inde Motorsports Ranch (Configuration 5-CW) Medium 27 May, 2018 04 Sep, 2021 -0.45s +0.40%
1:46.0 Laguna Seca (Pre 2023) Medium 09 Sep, 2025 23 Jan, 2026 -0.15s +0.15%
2:16.3 Pannonia Ring Race 20 Jul, 2017 18 Mar, 2022 -0.09s +0.07%
1:42.4 Winton Motor Raceway (National Circuit CW) Stock 16 Apr, 2016 09 Nov, 2021 +0.67s -0.70%
1:08.7 G SM P C L O IMI Motorsports Complex Medium 16 Apr, 2019 09 Nov, 2021 +1.26s -1.95%
2:19.5 Buttonwillow Raceway (1CW) Light 22 Nov, 2021 07 Feb, 2026 +3.6s -2.81%
2:20.3 Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Cyclone) Medium 12 Oct, 2021 01 Aug, 2023 +4.53s -3.46%
2:18.0 Thunderhill (East 3 Mile w/ Bypass) Medium 06 Jul, 2023 31 Jul, 2024 +5.57s -4.36%
2:08.2 Auto Club Speedway (Road Course) Stock 09 Oct, 2018 09 Nov, 2021 flag
2:06.6 Sonoma Raceway (Long Pre 2024) Medium 26 Sep, 2015 09 Nov, 2021 +5.72s -4.89%
1:55.0 Laguna Seca (Current) Medium 10 Oct, 2025 17 Oct, 2025 +5.46s -5.15%
1:14.2 Lakeside Park Race 03 Mar, 2020 23 Jan, 2026 +3.51s -5.32%
1:35.0 Collie Motorplex (Long) Medium 01 Feb, 2023 20 Jan, 2026 +6.53s -7.38%
1:51.0 P G C O Texas World Speedway (2.9 Mile CW) Heavy 01 May, 2007 18 Jan, 2026
2:02.3 Texas World Speedway (2.9 Mile CCW) Race 03 Oct, 2015 13 May, 2026
1:19.7 Nelson Ledges Race Course Race 31 Oct, 2023 12 Jul, 2024
2:22.0 The Bend Motorsport Park (International Circuit CW) Race 01 Jan, 2018 23 Jan, 2026

Top Modified 300ZX Z32

Year Driver Name Mod Horsepower Tire Tire Size Vs Predict
1993 (w/NT01) splparts Heavy 100 NT01 275/35/18 / 305/35/18 -7.55s
1993 (w/PotenzaS) deadlydamon Race 140 Potenza S02 +4.21s
1993 (ZXanthus Automotive) ZXanthus Automotive Medium 206 280 S04 245/40/17 / 250/40/17 +6.05s
1990 (w/595 RSR) Michael Schnepf Race 609 220 595 RSR 255 / 285 +6.75s
1993 (ADVNTURR/Race) ADVNTURR Race 404 +7.13s
1990 (w/NT05) Road Boss Medium 283 140 NT05 255/40/17 +10.27s
1993 Garage of Awesome Racing Race +10.39s
1991 (w/RE71R) Thepeterhuang Medium 355 200 Potenza RE-71RS 255/40/17 +13.28s
1993 Cliff Oates Light 200 Potenza RE-71RS +14.6s
1993 Sylvain Toupin Race 404 300 Pilot Sport 4S 245/40/17
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