1984 Ford Sierra vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1984 Ford Sierra. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Sierra weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Sierra | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Sierra | M12 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
