1977 BMW 732 vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2000 Noble M12 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 BMW 732. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 BMW 732 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 732 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1977 BMW 732. (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1977 BMW 732. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 732 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 BMW 732. (290 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 BMW 732.
Compare all specifications:
1977 BMW 732 | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | BMW | Noble |
Model | 732 | M12 |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 194 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2440 mm |