2000 De Tomaso Guara vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 De Tomaso Guara 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 449 more horse power than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Saleen S7 weights approximately 47 kg more than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 536 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 De Tomaso Guara. (413 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 De Tomaso Guara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 De Tomaso Guara | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | De Tomaso | Saleen |
Model | Guara | S7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 413 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2692 mm |