2001 Noble M12 vs. 1972 Opel Commodore
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Opel Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Opel Commodore 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 221 more horse power than 1972 Opel Commodore. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1972 Opel Commodore. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Opel Commodore weights approximately 120 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 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Opel Commodore. (177 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Opel Commodore.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1972 Opel Commodore | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2670 mm |
