1974 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (195 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette. (373 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Chevrolet Corvette | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
Model | Corvette | M12 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 195 HP | 306 HP |
Torque | 373 Nm | 435 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 | 4720 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |