1999 Noble M10 vs. 1972 Opel Admiral
To start off, 1999 Noble M10 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Admiral. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Admiral would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Opel Admiral is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Noble M10 (168 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Opel Admiral. (142 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Noble M10 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Admiral. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Admiral weights approximately 515 kg more than 1999 Noble M10.
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, 1972 Opel Admiral (223 Nm) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Noble M10. (220 Nm). This means 1972 Opel Admiral will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Noble M10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Noble M10 | 1972 Opel Admiral | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M10 | Admiral |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 142 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1460 mm |
