2004 BMW 545 vs. 2004 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2004 BMW 545 and 2004 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Saleen S7 (550 HP) has 235 more horse power than 2004 BMW 545. (315 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 545. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 545 weights approximately 533 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 545 | 2004 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 545 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 550 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2692 mm |
