The 1993 Nissan Skyline GT-R32 was powered by a 2,568cc (2.6 liter) inline six-cylinder RB26DETT engine with power output dramatically boosted by twin-turbochargers and impressive power-delivery and traction courtesy of four-wheel drive.

The eighth-generation Skyline was introduced in 1989 and several models were offered under the 'Skyline' banner including the GT-R R32. It came with the twin-turbo engine, unique ATTESA-E-TS Advanced Total Traction Engineering System for All-Terrain Electronic Torque Split all-wheel-drive system and Super HICAS all-wheel steering system which allowed the rear wheels to steer at a maximum of one-degree.

The Skyline's existence began in 1957 and was introduced by the Prince Motor Company. Its humble origins began with modestly powered engines, styling influenced by the West, and a small footprint. The car's status began to change in 1964 with the introduction of the S54 Skyline 2000GT. With sights set on GT-II class competition at the Japanese Grand Prix, larger six-cylinder engines (as opposed to modest inline fours) were planted into the engine bay.

The third-generation Skyline was introduced in 1968, and as engineering prowess increased, so did engine output. A redesigned coupe was intrdocued near the close of 1972, but rising rising oil prices and subsequent emissions restrictions hindered sales and put an end to high-performance versions. A conservative path would be followed for th next sixteen years before Nissan revived their top-of-the-line Skyline. In May 1989, the eighth-generation (R32) was introduced, and the 'GT-R' badge would return in August of that year.

The 'GT-R' badged Skyline, like its forefather, featured a DOHC inline-six and a vast assortment of modern technology. It continued to dominate on the track and did not lose a single race in the All Japan Championship, and claimed an overall victory at the Spa 24 Hours and consecutive wins at the Bathurst 1000.

With the potential for near-unlimited performance, a growing tuner scene, and factory support from Nissan's motorsport division (Nismo), it was not uncommon for the Skyline GT-R to be heavily modified by its owners.

by Dan Vaughan