2008 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Noble M12
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Ford Mustang. (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 60 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Mustang. (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 2005 Noble M12 | |
Make | Ford | Noble |
Model | Mustang | M12 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 485 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2440 mm |