2001 Noble M12 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2001 Noble M12 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1997 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Acura EL weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 Noble M12.
Because 2001 Noble M12 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Noble M12. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Noble | Acura |
| Model | M12 | EL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2619 mm |
