2009 Saleen S7 vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Saleen S7 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 423 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Z. (327 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 326 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 583 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Z. (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Saleen S7 | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Saleen | Nissan |
| Model | S7 | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 7000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 750 HP | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 949 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1247 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1981 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1041 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2692 mm | 2550 mm |
