2000 Noble M12 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2002 Noble M12 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Noble M12. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2000 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Noble M12 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Noble M12. (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Noble M12 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
Make | Noble | Noble |
Model | M12 | M12 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
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 | 980 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |