2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Noble M12.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 330 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
