Much props! I see where you're getting at with the gentlemans' agreement. It was around what 280hp?? Now was it?? These cars from stock were well known to have a lot more then what was advertised, correct? I guess different strokes for different folks. IMO, these cars stock were pretty impressive, it's all relative to what you compare them to, but modded of course they are insane.
About the R35, great car, buddy of mine has one, but if price was no object I would opt for the 911 turbo instead
The BNR32s are pretty close to that spec/hp ,the BCNR33 gained more torque due to being heavier ,the BNR34s Ive seen on dynos have all made more than the claimed factory hp figures in stock trim , in most cases a good 20kws at all four wheels but nissan still claim the 280bhp
With the R35 the gentlemans agreement has been removed so there is no limitations any more hence being 500hpish out of the box..
Its a big car and personaly I dont like the look of it , but I thought the same with the 350z and now id love to own one as long as i could turbo it