1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Camaro 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) has 550 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 253 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 644 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saleen |
| Model | Camaro | S7 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2692 mm |
