1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A 70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Austin | Noble |
| Model | A 70 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
