2007 BMW Z4 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2007 BMW Z4 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 561 more horse power than 2007 BMW Z4. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Z4 weights approximately 13 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 704 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW Z4. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW Z4 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | BMW | Saleen |
Model | Z4 | S7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2692 mm |