1991 Porsche 965 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Porsche 965 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 433 more horse power than 1991 Porsche 965. (317 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Porsche 965. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 965 weights approximately 218 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 490 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Porsche 965. (459 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Porsche 965.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Porsche 965 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Porsche | Saleen |
| Model | 965 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3299 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2692 mm |
