2008 BMW 550 vs. 2001 Noble M12
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Noble M12 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Noble M12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2001 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 BMW 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 550 | 2001 Noble M12 | |
Make | BMW | Noble |
Model | 550 | M12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 491 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |