2001 Noble M12 vs. 2011 BMW 118
To start off, 2011 BMW 118 is newer by 10 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 2,544 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Noble M12 (306 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2011 BMW 118. (177 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 118 weights approximately 415 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 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 118. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Noble M12 | 2011 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Noble | BMW |
| Model | M12 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2544 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2660 mm |
