1965 Ford Anglia vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Anglia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Anglia would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 713 more horse power than 1965 Ford Anglia. (37 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Anglia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Saleen S7 weights approximately 510 kg more than 1965 Ford Anglia. 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 879 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Anglia. (70 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Anglia.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Anglia | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Ford | Saleen |
Model | Anglia | S7 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 37 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 737 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2692 mm |