1995 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2001 Noble M12. (306 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 710 kg more than 2001 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Noble |
| Model | F355 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2440 mm |
