2003 Noble M12 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2003 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2003 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M12. (485 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M12 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Noble | Porsche |
| Model | M12 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
