2004 Noble M12 vs. 2012 BMW 740
To start off, 2012 BMW 740 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 740 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2012 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 740 weights approximately 920 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 740. 2012 BMW 740 has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 740 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Noble M12 | 2012 BMW 740 | |
Make | Noble | BMW |
Model | M12 | 740 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 486 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3070 mm |