2009 BMW M3 vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, both 2009 BMW M3 and 2009 Saleen S7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 336 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 73 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 549 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
Make | BMW | Saleen |
Model | M3 | S7 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2692 mm |