2008 BMW M3 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2008 BMW M3 is newer by 4 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW M3 weights approximately 605 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, 2004 Noble M12 (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2004 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW M3 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
Make | BMW | Noble |
Model | M3 | M12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |