In current motor magazine, they tested the GT40 (not'x') again the Saleen S7. The saleen has an extra 142kw, nearly 300nM extra torque and 240kg's less body weight. But, Still struggled to keep with the GT40. The saleen's donk is quite ancient with its 7.0L V8, 16v, TT. vs The Fords QOHC 5.4L 32v S/C V8. Just goes to show, Power is NOT everything. Drivability contributes massively to a car performance. Not to mention prices ($188,000(GT40) vs $555,000(S7)
"Both forged alloy throttle pedals clack to their stops, There is a gigantic roar from behind as the twin turbo's try to spool up. This saleen is one of the loudest cars i have ever driven. The GT40 immediately jumps almost a car length infront, but thats OK, we're expecting this - Its supercharger comes on boost instantly, while my Garrett GT35R Turbo-chargers take a moment to pump. Now the GT40 is a good car length infront and my turbo's come on song, but the GT40 is holding its lead - Jesus, Its not enough, no way! I don't make up much ground and by the time we're doing well above the lock-up-and-see-you-in-a-year speeds, I back off, beaten" - Motor magazine, July 2006 (page 77)
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