2004 Saleen Mustang S281-E
General Information
Vehicle Type:
2-door coupe/convertible,
production car
Price:
$65,078
Fuel Mileage:
Unavailable
Drivetrain
Configuration:
Front Engine/RWD
Engine:
Supercharged V8
Displacement:
4601 cc
Horsepower:
445 bhp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
450 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Max RPM:
6500 rpm
Transmission:
6-Speed Manual
Dimensions
Weight:
3428 lbs
Height:
Unavailable
Length:
Unavailable
Width:
Unavailable
Wheelbase:
Unavailable
Track (f/r):
Unavailable
Performance
0-60 mph:
4.4 sec
0-100 mph:
10.4 sec
¼ mile:
12.5 sec @ 111 mph
Top Speed:
160 mph
Lateral acceleration:
.95g
Braking 60-0 mph:
109 ft

Source: Saleen

At the heart of the S281-E is a unique Saleen-manufactured 4.6-liter powerplant built in-house. The 281 cubic-inch V8 uses a special forged steel Saleen crankshaft, Saleen forged-steel connecting rods, Saleen-patented forged aluminum pistons and unique Saleen aluminum cylinder heads featuring special valve springs and the latest Saleen performance camshafts. An 11-in. aluminum flywheel/clutch disc assembly transfers power to the 6-speed transmission by way of a custom balanced driveshaft. In addition to the increased rpm available with the “E” engine, a Saleen Series V twin-screw intercooled supercharger is installed. The power this engine produces is a mindboggling 445 bhp at 6,000, with maximum torque of 450 lb-ft at 4,000 rpm, up 20 bhp and 10 lb-ft torque from the initial figures. To handle the V8’s horsepower and torque, the E is fitted with slotted, 2-piece, 14-in. front brake rotors. The engine is coupled with the company’s S281-E 6-speed transmission and 3.55:1 final-drive gearing.
Updated 11:29 PM - September 07, 2008