1983 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 525 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 627 more horse power than 1983 BMW 525. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1983 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 525 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 708 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 BMW 525. (241 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 525 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 525 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2693 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2692 mm |
