1995 Rover 800 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 800 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 583 more horse power than 1995 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 800 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 Saleen S7.
Because 2005 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 724 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 800 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Rover | Saleen |
| Model | 800 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2692 mm |
