2011 BMW 120 vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 574 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 120 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 599 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 120. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 120. 2011 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2005 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2005 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 120 | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 120 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 176 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 226 km/hour | 399 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2692 mm |
