2001 Noble M12 vs. 1972 NSU 1000
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1972 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Noble M12 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1972 NSU 1000. 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, 2001 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1972 NSU 1000 | |
| Make | Noble | NSU |
| Model | M12 | 1000 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2260 mm |
