2005 Ferrari F430 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2007 Saleen S7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ferrari F430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ferrari F430 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 265 more horse power than 2005 Ferrari F430. (485 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ferrari F430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari F430 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2007 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, 2007 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 484 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ferrari F430. (465 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ferrari F430.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ferrari F430 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Ferrari | Saleen |
Model | F430 | S7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 4308 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 485 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 465 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2692 mm |