1970 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Maverick. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Maverick 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 254 more horse power than 1970 Ford Maverick. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Maverick weights approximately 210 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 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Maverick | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Maverick | M12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |
