1981 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1981 Ford Mustang. (173 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Mustang weights approximately 375 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Noble M12 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Ford Mustang. (332 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Mustang | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Mustang | M12 |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2440 mm |