2001 Noble M12 vs. 2002 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2002 Porsche Boxster is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (224 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 298 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 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Noble M12 | 2002 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Noble | Porsche |
Model | M12 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2544 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 78 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1278 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2420 mm |