1977 Holden GTS vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Holden GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Holden GTS 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 537 more horse power than 1977 Holden GTS. (213 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1977 Holden GTS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Holden GTS weights approximately 228 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 549 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Holden GTS. (400 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Holden GTS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Holden GTS | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Holden | Saleen |
| Model | GTS | S7 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 213 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2692 mm |
