2004 BMW 316 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 316 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 637 more horse power than 2004 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 316 weights approximately 218 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 774 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 316 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
Make | BMW | Saleen |
Model | 316 | S7 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.2 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2692 mm |