2004 Noble M12 vs. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Noble M12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Venturi Cabriolet 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 138 more horse power than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (197 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Venturi Cabriolet weights approximately 245 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet. (296 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Venturi Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Noble M12 | 1993 Venturi Cabriolet | |
Make | Noble | Venturi |
Model | M12 | Cabriolet |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |