1995 BMW 316 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 316 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 649 more horse power than 1995 BMW 316. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 316 weights approximately 63 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 799 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 316. (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 316 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 316 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 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 | 1310 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2692 mm |
