2005 Dodge Viper vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2005 Dodge Viper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 8,277 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Viper (493 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 2000 Noble M12. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2000 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Viper weights approximately 556 kg more than 2000 Noble M12. 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, 2005 Dodge Viper (712 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Noble M12. (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Dodge Viper | 2000 Noble M12 | |
Make | Dodge | Noble |
Model | Viper | M12 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 8277 cc | 2544 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 493 HP | 307 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 712 Nm | 435 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.4 mm | 82.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
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 | 1536 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |