2007 BMW 730 vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2007 BMW 730 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 730 weights approximately 770 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730. 2007 BMW 730 has automatic transmission and 2005 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2005 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 730 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2005 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 730 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2440 mm |
