1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,001 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (450 HP) has 115 more horse power than 2004 Noble M12. (335 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Dodge Viper weights approximately 7 kg more than 2004 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, 1998 Dodge Viper (664 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Noble M12. (486 Nm). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Dodge | Noble |
| Model | Viper | M12 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 8001 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 664 Nm | 486 Nm |
| 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 | 1057 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
