2001 BMW Compact vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2001 BMW Compact is newer by 1 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Noble M12 (307 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2001 BMW Compact. (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Compact. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW Compact weights approximately 600 kg more than 2000 Noble M12.
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, 2000 Noble M12 (435 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2000 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW Compact | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | BMW | Noble |
Model | Compact | M12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 193 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 435 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |