2005 Saleen S7 vs. 1995 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2005 Saleen S7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Falcon 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 522 more horse power than 1995 Ford Falcon. (228 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Falcon weights approximately 333 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 551 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ford Falcon. (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ford Falcon. 1995 Ford Falcon 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. 1995 Ford Falcon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Saleen S7 | 1995 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Saleen | Ford |
| Model | S7 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 3705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1041 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2692 mm | 2800 mm |
