1991 Alpine V6 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Alpine V6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Alpine V6 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1991 Alpine V6. (182 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Alpine V6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Alpine V6 weights approximately 160 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 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Alpine V6. (298 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Alpine V6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Alpine V6 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Alpine | Noble |
| Model | V6 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2440 mm |
