1956 Buick 40 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 654 kg more than 2001 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Buick 40 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Buick | Noble |
Model | 40 | M12 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2440 mm |