1997 Honda Legend vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1997 Honda Legend. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Honda Legend weights approximately 620 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
Because 2003 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda Legend. (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda Legend. 1997 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Honda Legend | 2003 Noble M12 | |
Make | Honda | Noble |
Model | Legend | M12 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2440 mm |