2005 Noble M12 vs. 1994 Porsche 965
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Porsche 965. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Porsche 965 would be higher. At 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 965 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 965 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 965 should accelerate faster than 2005 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 965 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2005 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, 1994 Porsche 965 (530 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 965 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Noble M12 | 1994 Porsche 965 | |
| Make | Noble | Porsche |
| Model | M12 | 965 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2270 mm |
