1996 BMW 740 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2006 Saleen S7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 740 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 468 more horse power than 1996 BMW 740. (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 740 weights approximately 698 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 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 BMW 740. (420 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 740. 1996 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2006 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2006 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 740 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 740 | S7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2692 mm |
