2001 BMW 745 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 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 422 more horse power than 2001 BMW 745. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 745. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 698 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 745. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 745. 2001 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 745 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 250 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 | 5040 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2692 mm |
