2001 BMW M vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, both 2001 BMW M and 2001 Noble M12 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,169 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 BMW M. (320 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW M weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW M. (345 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW M.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW M | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | BMW | Noble |
Model | M | M12 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3169 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 345 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |