2004 Noble M12 vs. 1970 Volvo 140
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Volvo 140 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 254 more horse power than 1970 Volvo 140. (81 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1970 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Volvo 140 weights approximately 216 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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Volvo 140. (157 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 1970 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Noble | Volvo |
| Model | M12 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1266 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2610 mm |
