1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (231 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 920 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300. (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mercedes-Benz 300 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | 300 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1900 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3150 mm | 2440 mm |
