2006 Ferrari 612 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2006 Ferrari 612 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Noble M12 would be higher. At 5,752 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ferrari 612 (541 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2004 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2004 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 Ferrari 612 (589 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Noble M12. (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Ferrari 612 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ferrari 612 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ferrari | Noble |
Model | 612 | M12 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 541 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 589 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2440 mm |