1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette 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) has 555 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saleen |
| Model | Corvette | S7 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 373 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 Length | 4720 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2692 mm |
