1985 Ford RS 200 vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford RS 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford RS 200 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1985 Ford RS 200. (247 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford RS 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford RS 200 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Ford RS 200. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Ford RS 200.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford RS 200 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | RS 200 | M12 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1804 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 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 | 1180 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |