VR38DETT vs VR30DDTT
Side-by-side reliability comparison
Higher reliability score
VR38DETT
BUY
78/100
+3 points over VR30DDTT
0
/ 100
BUY
VR38DETT
Nissan
0
/ 100
ACCEPTABLE
VR30DDTT
Nissan
Specifications
VR38DETT
VR30DDTT
Brand
Nissan
Nissan
Verdict
BUY
ACCEPTABLE
Reliability
78
75
Years
2007--2024
2016--present
Displacement
3799 cc
2997 cc
Layout
V6
V6
Type
Petrol Turbo
Petrol Turbo
Power
485--600 hp
300--400 hp
Known Issues
1
1
Total Risk Cost
€2,000--€8,000
€500--€2,000
Character
VR38DETT
"GT-R R35. Hand-built V6. Incredibly strong internals. Transmission (GR6) is the weak link not engine. Oil changes critical. 800hp+ builds on stock engine common."
VR30DDTT
"400Z, Infiniti Q50/Q60. Modern twin-turbo V6. Direct injection. Carbon buildup. Water pump. Gallery gasket concern (early Q50/Q60). Z performance excellent."
Issues Comparison
VR38DETT 1
▲ HIGH
GR6 transmission (not engine)
VR30DDTT 1
▲ HIGH
Gallery gasket concern (early Q50)