1958 Vauxhall Victor vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor 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 703 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saleen S7 weights approximately 267 kg more than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. 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 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Vauxhall Victor.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Vauxhall Victor | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Vauxhall | Saleen |
Model | Victor | S7 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1507 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2692 mm |