2002 Noble M12 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 486 kg more than 2002 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2002 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Noble M12 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Noble | Porsche |
| Model | M12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
