1987 Ford Falcon vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1987 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 220 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Falcon. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Falcon | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Ford | Noble |
| Model | Falcon | M14 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
