1990 Reliant Scimitar vs. 2008 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 Saleen S7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Reliant Scimitar would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Saleen S7 (750 HP) has 675 more horse power than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Saleen S7 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1990 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, 2008 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 839 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Reliant Scimitar. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Reliant Scimitar | 2008 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Reliant | Saleen |
| Model | Scimitar | S7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2692 mm |
