2011 BMW 335 vs. 2006 Saleen S7
To start off, 2011 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Saleen S7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saleen S7 would be higher. At 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Saleen S7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saleen S7 (750 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 2011 BMW 335. (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 335 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Saleen S7 (949 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 335. (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 335 | 2006 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | BMW | Saleen |
| Model | 335 | S7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1783 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1372 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2761 mm | 2692 mm |
