1989 Ford Sierra vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1989 Ford Sierra. (74 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Sierra weights approximately 35 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 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Sierra. (123 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Sierra | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Sierra | M12 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2440 mm |