1956 Ferrari 250 GT 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 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (276 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 200 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 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Ferrari 250 GT | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Noble |
Model | 250 GT | M12 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2953 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |