1967 Alpine A vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alpine A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alpine A would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1967 Alpine A. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alpine A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Alpine A. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alpine A | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Alpine | Noble |
| Model | A | M12 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2440 mm |
