1973 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.
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 M14 (522 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette. (386 Nm). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Corvette | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Corvette | M14 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 395 HP |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
