2004 Noble M14 vs. 2006 BMW 335
To start off, 2006 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2006 BMW 335. (302 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 335. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 335 weights approximately 450 kg more than 2004 Noble M14.
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 M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 335. (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 335. 2006 BMW 335 has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 335 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Noble M14 | 2006 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Noble | BMW |
| Model | M14 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2770 mm |
