1993 Mercedes-Benz SL vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2005 Noble M14 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 610 kg more than 2005 Noble M14.
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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercedes-Benz SL | 2005 Noble M14 | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Noble |
Model | SL | M14 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2797 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 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 Weight | 1760 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |