2004 Ford GT vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2004 Ford GT is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M14 would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford GT (494 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 Noble M14. (396 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M14. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford GT weights approximately 370 kg more than 2003 Noble M14. 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, 2004 Ford GT (679 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M14. (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2004 Ford GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M14.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford GT | 2003 Noble M14 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | GT | M14 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5409 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 494 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 679 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1520 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |