2004 Noble M12 vs. 1956 Opel Kapitan
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Opel Kapitan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Opel Kapitan would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Opel Kapitan. (74 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1956 Opel Kapitan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Opel Kapitan weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 1956 Opel Kapitan | |
| Make | Noble | Opel |
| Model | M12 | Kapitan |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
