2003 Noble M12 vs. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo
To start off, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is newer by 9 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Maserati GranTurismo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo (405 HP @ 7100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Maserati GranTurismo should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo weights approximately 831 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.
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, 2003 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Maserati GranTurismo. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Maserati GranTurismo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Noble M12 | 2012 Maserati GranTurismo | |
| Make | Noble | Maserati |
| Model | M12 | GranTurismo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7100 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 459 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1881 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4882 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1354 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2941 mm |
