1965 Holden EH vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Holden EH. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Holden EH would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1965 Holden EH. (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1965 Holden EH. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Holden EH weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Holden EH. (238 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Holden EH. 1965 Holden EH has automatic transmission and 2002 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Holden EH will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Holden EH | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Holden | Noble |
| Model | EH | M12 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2930 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 238 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2440 mm |
