1968 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E 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 231 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 306 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 306 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | E | M12 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2440 mm |
