1993 Mercedes-Benz E vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2003 Noble M14 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E.
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 M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz E. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
| Model | E | M14 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5956 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2440 mm |
