1997 Ferrari F355 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2001 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2001 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 300 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 (485 Nm) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ferrari F355. (363 Nm). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ferrari F355.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ferrari F355 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Noble |
| Model | F355 | M12 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1050 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 |
