1972 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 612 more horse power than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (138 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 689 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Reliant Scimitar. (260 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Reliant Scimitar | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Reliant | Saleen |
Model | Scimitar | S7 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2692 mm |