2005 BMW 330 vs. 2002 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 455 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330. 2005 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2002 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2002 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2002 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 330 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2440 mm |
