1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 2005 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 350 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ferrari 512 BB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Noble |
| Model | 512 BB | M12 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
