1966 Ford GT 40 vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2003 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 86 kg more than 2003 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford GT 40 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | GT 40 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1040 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2440 mm |
