1968 BMW 2002 vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Saleen S7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 2002. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 2002 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 620 more horse power than 1968 BMW 2002. (130 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1968 BMW 2002. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saleen S7 weights approximately 221 kg more than 1968 BMW 2002. 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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 771 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 2002. (178 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 2002.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 BMW 2002 | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 2002 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2692 mm |
