1975 Ford Torino vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Torino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Torino 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 @ 6300 RPM) has 655 more horse power than 1975 Ford Torino. (95 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Torino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ford Torino weights approximately 403 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 699 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Torino. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Torino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Torino | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Ford | Saleen |
| Model | Torino | S7 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4092 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2692 mm |
