see the Maxima has more power.. (SE is not bottom line, GXE is) the 2001 has a 3.0 V6 with
222horsepower @6400rpm
217Torque@4000rpm
0-60: 7 sec
1/4 Mile: 15.6 sec
http://www.car-stats.com/stats/shows...tsgivenid.aspx
the BMW 325Ci Coupé
Performance Specs
Engine: 2.5L Inline-6, 24V
Power: 184 @ 6000
Torque (ft/lb @rpm): 175 @ 3500
Transmission Type: 5-M/5-A
Top speed, electronically limited, man/auto (km/h) : 206
Acceleration 0-100 km/h, man/auto (sec.) : 7.6 / 8.6
http://www.bmw.ca/automobiles/model_...D=6&seriesID=1
I personally like the BMW more... but i dont see it being the faster car