2012 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 Saleen S7
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 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 320 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saleen S7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 245 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 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Saleen S7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
2012 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 Saleen S7 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Saleen |
Model | Corvette | S7 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6200 cc | 7000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 430 HP | 750 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 574 Nm | 949 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4 seconds | 2.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1492 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1928 mm | 1981 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1237 mm | 1041 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2692 mm |