2008 BMW 550 vs. 2007 Saleen S7
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Saleen S7 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 390 more horse power than 2008 BMW 550. (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 550. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 483 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 460 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 550. (489 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 550.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2007 Saleen S7 | |
Make | BMW | Saleen |
Model | 550 | S7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 489 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.5 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2692 mm |