1985 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1985 Ford Mustang. (175 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Mustang weights approximately 30 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
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 M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford Mustang. (285 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Mustang | 2005 Noble M14 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Mustang | M14 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |