1964 Jaguar 3.8 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 525 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar 3.8. (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar 3.8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Noble |
| Model | 3.8 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
