2002 Noble M12 vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 7 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2009 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 330. 2009 BMW 330 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. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Noble M12 | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Noble | BMW |
| Model | M12 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2730 mm |
