1957 Allard GT vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Allard GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Allard GT would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 540 more horse power than 1957 Allard GT. (210 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1957 Allard GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 107 kg more than 1957 Allard GT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 660 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Allard GT. (289 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Allard GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Allard GT | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Allard | Saleen |
| Model | GT | S7 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2692 mm |
