1997 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 277 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (468 Nm). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Saleen |
| Model | Camaro | S7 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 750 HP |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2692 mm |
