2003 MG TF vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 MG TF is newer by 2 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 191 more horse power than 2003 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2003 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 MG TF weights approximately 120 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 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 MG TF | 2001 Noble M12 | |
| Make | MG | Noble |
| Model | TF | M12 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2440 mm |
