2001 Noble M12 vs. 1963 Volvo 120
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP) has 239 more horse power than 1963 Volvo 120. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1963 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Volvo 120 weights approximately 30 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 (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Volvo 120. (144 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1963 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Noble | Volvo |
| Model | M12 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
