1991 Italdesign Nazca vs. 2004 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Noble M14 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Italdesign Nazca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Italdesign Nazca would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Italdesign Nazca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
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, 2004 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Italdesign Nazca. (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Italdesign Nazca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Italdesign Nazca | 2004 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Italdesign | Noble |
| Model | Nazca | M14 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4988 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 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 Length | 4400 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2440 mm |
