1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 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 Mercedes-Benz C 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mercedes-Benz C 111 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | C 111 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2968 cc |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2440 mm |
