1969 Ford GT 40 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford GT 40 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 400 more horse power than 1969 Ford GT 40. (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford GT 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saleen S7 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1969 Ford GT 40. 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 864 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford GT 40 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ford | Saleen |
| Model | GT 40 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2692 mm |
