2011 Mercedes-Benz S vs. 2009 Saleen S7
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 2 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 214 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 983 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S has automatic transmission and 2009 Saleen S7 has manual transmission. 2009 Saleen S7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | 2009 Saleen S7 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Saleen |
| Model | S | S7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 536 HP | 750 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 799 Nm | 949 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5245 mm | 4755 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1981 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1041 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3165 mm | 2692 mm |
