1990 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 538 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) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette. (332 Nm). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Corvette | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Noble |
| Model | Corvette | M12 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1588 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
