2005 Noble M12 vs. 1997 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2005 Noble M12 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1997 Porsche Boxster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 200 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Noble M12 (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Porsche Boxster. (245 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Noble M12 | 1997 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Noble | Porsche |
Model | M12 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 2968 cc | 2480 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 485 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1050 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |