2004 Noble M12 vs. 1987 Reliant Scimitar
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Reliant Scimitar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Reliant Scimitar 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 267 more horse power than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (68 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Noble M12 weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. 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 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Reliant Scimitar. (100 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Reliant Scimitar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M12 | 1987 Reliant Scimitar | |
| Make | Noble | Reliant |
| Model | M12 | Scimitar |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 486 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1050 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2140 mm |
