Originally posted by CincySVT:
He thinks he will smoke me at the track with his 96 maxima 5 speed. I have a 98 CSVT with bassani, intake. Do I have a chance. I also was challenged by a 2003 maxima GLE automatic.
Griffin




1996 Nissan Maxima SE

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Model tested (MSRP): SE
Standard equipment: Air conditioning, AM/FM/cassette sound system, power seats, power windows, power mirrors, power locks, leather-wrapped tilt steering wheel, cruise control, tinted glass.
Options as tested (MSRP): ABS, 6-speaker AM/FM/CD Bose stereo, 8-way power driver's seat, keyless remote entry, illuminated vanity mirrors, heated seats/outside mirrors, power sliding sunroof.
Destination charge: N/A
Gas guzzler tax: N/A
Price as tested (MSRP): $ 26,274
Layout: N/A
Engine: 3.0-liter dohc 24v V6
Horsepower (hp @ rpm): 190 @ 5600
Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm): 205 @ 4000
Transmission: 5-speed manual
EPA fuel economy, city/hwy: 22/27 mpg
Wheelbase: 106.3 in.
Length/width/height: 187.7/69.7/55.7 in.
Track, f/r: 59.8/59.1 in.
Turning circle: 34.8 ft.
Curb Weight: 3010





I have raced a 1996 Nissan Maxima SE with an automatic. I have a 1999 Stock SVT with somewhat high mileage. He got me pretty damn good in the end. Almost 2 cars. Has more displacement, less horsepower, but the kicker is that 205 lbs-ft of torque. That got him off the line pretty quickly. So with your exhaust and intake, you should be even, if not right behind him (GIVEN EQUAL DRIVERS>DRIVERS ARE 90% OF THE OUTCOME OF RACES)

2003 Nissan Maxima GLE Automatic

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Standard Transmission: 4 Speed Automatic
Engine Name: 3.5L V6
Cylinders: 6
Valves: 24
Valve Configuration: DOHC
Displacement CC: 3500
Displacement CI: 214
Bore: 3.78
Stroke: 3.20
Bore X Stroke: 3.78x3.20
Compression: 10.3
Horsepower: 255
RPM at Peak Horsepower: 5800
Horsepower @ RPM: 255@5800
Torque Feet Per Pound: 246
RPM at Peak Torque: 4400
Torque @ RPM: 246@4400
Turbo: N
Curb Weight (Automatic):3289




Even with the automatic, N/A & Stock, he's got you on power. I would have him give you something or you'll be behind him in the end. This is given equal drivers.


The above statements that are not in quotations are my OPINION based on experience with the 96 SE. The specs for the 2003 are enough to safely say, you won't be passing him on the track.

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