1955 Fiat V8 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat V8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat V8 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 625 more horse power than 1955 Fiat V8. (125 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat V8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1955 Fiat V8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Fiat V8 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Fiat | Saleen |
| Model | V8 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2692 mm |
