1971 Rover 2000 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Rover 2000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Rover 2000 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 644 more horse power than 1971 Rover 2000. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Rover 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 2000 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
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 777 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Rover 2000. (172 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Rover 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Rover 2000 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Rover | Saleen |
| Model | 2000 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1978 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 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 | 1295 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2692 mm |
