2007 Alfa Romeo 159 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 and 2007 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 552 more horse power than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (198 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2007 Saleen S7.
Because 2007 Saleen S7 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Saleen S7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 159, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 159 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Saleen |
Model | 159 | S7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2387 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2692 mm |