Nissan 300ZX Z32, Full Specifications

Key Specifications

Spec	Value
Production Years	1989—2000 (Japan), 1990—1996 (North America/Australia)
Manufacturer	Nissan Motor Co., Ltd.
Assembly	Hiratsuka, Kanagawa, Japan
Body Styles	2-door coupe (2-seater), 2-door coupe (2+2), 2-door convertible
Layout	Front engine, rear-wheel drive
Platform	Z32
Chassis Code	Z32 (GCZ32 = NA, GZ32 = TT)

Dimensions

Dimension	2-Seater	2+2
Wheelbase	2,450 mm (96.5 in)	2,570 mm (101.2 in)
Overall Length	4,525 mm (178.1 in)	4,645 mm (182.9 in)
Overall Width	1,800 mm (70.9 in)	1,800 mm (70.9 in)
Overall Height	1,253 mm (49.3 in)	1,253 mm (49.3 in)
Kerb Weight (NA)	1,462 kg (3,223 lb)	1,517 kg (3,344 lb)
Kerb Weight (TT)	1,536 kg (3,386 lb)	1,582 kg (3,488 lb)
Fuel Tank Capacity	72 L (19.0 US gal)	72 L (19.0 US gal)
Drag Coefficient	0.31	0.31
Frontal Area	1.89 m2	1.89 m2

Engine Specifications

VG30DE, Naturally Aspirated

Spec	Value
Configuration	60-degree V6, DOHC, 24-valve
Displacement	2,960 cc
Bore x Stroke	87.0 mm x 83.0 mm
Compression Ratio	10.5:1
Power	166 kW (222 hp) @ 6,400 rpm
Torque	271 Nm (200 lb-ft) @ 4,800 rpm
Fuel System	Multi-point electronic fuel injection (ECCS)
Ignition	Electronic distributorless (coil-on-plug)
Valvetrain	Chain-driven DOHC, hydraulic lifters
Variable Valve Timing	NVCS (later models)
Oil Capacity	4.2 L (with filter)
Recommended Oil	10W-30 or 10W-40 synthetic
Redline	7,000 rpm

VG30DETT, Twin Turbo

Spec	Value
Configuration	60-degree V6, DOHC, 24-valve, twin turbo
Displacement	2,960 cc
Bore x Stroke	87.0 mm x 83.0 mm
Compression Ratio	8.5:1
Power	220 kW (300 hp) @ 6,400 rpm
Torque	384 Nm (283 lb-ft) @ 3,600 rpm
Forced Induction	Twin Garrett T25 turbochargers
Intercooling	Air-to-air intercoolers (one per bank)
Boost Pressure	0.5 bar (7.25 psi) stock
Fuel System	Multi-point electronic fuel injection (ECCS)
Ignition	Electronic distributorless (coil-on-plug)
Valvetrain	Chain-driven DOHC, hydraulic lifters
Oil Capacity	4.2 L (with filter)
Recommended Oil	10W-30 or 10W-40 synthetic
Redline	7,000 rpm

Transmission Options

Transmission	Type	Gears	Applications
FS5R30A	Manual	5-speed	NA and TT
RE4R03A	Automatic	4-speed	NA and TT

FS5R30A Gear Ratios (5-Speed Manual)

Gear	Ratio
1st	3.214
2nd	1.925
3rd	1.302
4th	1.000
5th	0.752
Reverse	3.657

RE4R03A Gear Ratios (4-Speed Automatic)

Gear	Ratio
1st	2.785
2nd	1.545
3rd	1.000
4th	0.694
Reverse	2.264

Final Drive Ratios

Model	Manual	Automatic
NA 2-seater	3.692	3.538
NA 2+2	3.692	3.538
TT 2-seater	3.692	3.538
TT 2+2	3.692	3.538

Differential

Spec	Value
Type	Open (NA), viscous limited-slip (TT)
Ratio	3.692 (manual), 3.538 (automatic)

Suspension

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Independent, multi-link	Independent, multi-link
Springs	Coil	Coil
Dampers	Monotube gas-pressurised	Monotube gas-pressurised
Anti-roll Bar	Yes	Yes
Rear Steering	Super HICAS (hydraulic, electronically controlled)	—

Brakes

Naturally Aspirated

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Ventilated disc	Solid disc
Diameter	280 mm (11.0 in)	297 mm (11.7 in)
Caliper	Single-piston sliding	Single-piston sliding
ABS	Standard	Standard

Twin Turbo

Component	Front	Rear
Type	Ventilated disc	Ventilated disc
Diameter	296 mm (11.7 in)	297 mm (11.7 in)
Caliper	4-piston aluminium (front)	Single-piston sliding
ABS	Standard	Standard

Steering

Spec	Value
Type	Rack and pinion, power-assisted
Turns Lock-to-Lock	2.7
Turning Circle	10.2 m (2-seater), 10.8 m (2+2)
Rear Steering	Super HICAS (optional; standard on TT in most markets)

Performance (Approximate, Period Road Tests)

Model	0—60 mph	0—100 km/h	Quarter Mile	Top Speed
NA Manual (2-seater)	7.1 s	7.5 s	15.4 s	230 km/h (143 mph)
NA Automatic	8.0 s	8.5 s	16.0 s	220 km/h (137 mph)
TT Manual (2-seater)	5.0 s	5.3 s	13.7 s	250 km/h (155 mph)*
TT Automatic	5.8 s	6.2 s	14.3 s	250 km/h (155 mph)*

Electronically limited. Unrestricted top speed estimated at 280+ km/h.

Fuel Economy (Approximate, Mixed Driving)

Model	L/100 km
NA Manual	10.5
NA Automatic	11.5
TT Manual	13.0
TT Automatic	14.5

Tyre Specifications

Position	Standard	Optional
Front	225/50R16	245/45R17
Rear	245/45R16	255/40R17

Staggered fitment was standard on most TT models.

Wheel Specifications

Spec	Value
Standard (NA)	16” x 7.5” alloy
Standard (TT)	16” x 7.5” front, 16” x 8.5” rear
Optional	17” alloy (various widths)
Bolt Pattern	5 x 114.3
Centre Bore	66.1 mm

Electrical

Spec	Value
System	12V negative earth
Battery	12V, 60 Ah
Alternator	90A (NA), 110A (TT)
Headlights	Pop-up (Japan, early) / Fixed composite (most markets)
Engine Management	Nissan ECCS

Interior and Equipment

Feature	Standard Equipment (TT)
Seats	Leather-trimmed sport seats
Climate Control	Automatic dual-zone
Audio	AM/FM/Cassette, 6 speakers
Power Windows	Yes
Power Mirrors	Yes (heated)
Cruise Control	Yes
T-Bar Roof	Standard (removable targa panels)
Driver Airbag	Yes (from 1990)
Passenger Airbag	Yes (from 1994)

Service Intervals

Service Item	Interval
Engine oil and filter	5,000—7,500 km or 6 months
Spark plugs	30,000 km (platinum) or 100,000 km (iridium)
Timing belt, tensioner, idler pulleys	100,000 km or 5 years
Water pump	With timing belt (recommended)
Coolant	24 months
Brake fluid	24 months
Manual gearbox oil	40,000 km
Differential oil	40,000 km
Automatic transmission fluid	40,000 km
Air filter	20,000 km
Fuel filter	40,000 km
Vacuum line inspection	20,000 km (replace all lines every 80,000—100,000 km)
Power steering fluid	40,000 km
HICAS fluid (if equipped)	40,000 km

Model Variants

2-Seater NA

Spec	Value
Engine	VG30DE (166 kW)
Kerb Weight	1,462 kg
Wheelbase	2,450 mm

2-Seater Twin Turbo

Spec	Value
Engine	VG30DETT (220 kW)
Kerb Weight	1,536 kg
Wheelbase	2,450 mm
Additional	LSD, larger brakes, Super HICAS

2+2 NA

Spec	Value
Engine	VG30DE (166 kW)
Kerb Weight	1,517 kg
Wheelbase	2,570 mm
Seating	2+2 (rear seats nominal)

2+2 Twin Turbo

Spec	Value
Engine	VG30DETT (220 kW)
Kerb Weight	1,582 kg
Wheelbase	2,570 mm
Additional	LSD, larger brakes, Super HICAS

Convertible Twin Turbo (1993—1996, North America only)

Spec	Value
Engine	VG30DETT (220 kW)
Kerb Weight	~1,620 kg
Roof	Power-operated soft top
Production	~4,000 units

Production Numbers (Worldwide, Approximate)

Variant	Units
Naturally aspirated (all body styles)	~170,000
Twin turbo (all body styles)	~80,000
Convertible	~4,000
Total	~270,000