2008 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2009 Saleen S7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 330 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 549 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 330 weights approximately 348 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2008 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2009 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2009 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 330 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2692 mm |
