2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2006 BMW Z4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW Z4 (343 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW Z4 weights approximately 282 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 BMW Z4 (495 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW Z4 | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | Z4 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 343 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1332 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2440 mm |
