2009 BMW 120 vs. 2003 Noble M14
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Noble M14 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Noble M14 (396 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 2009 BMW 120. (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2003 Noble M14.
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, 2003 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 120. (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 120. 2009 BMW 120 has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M14 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M14 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 120 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2003 Noble M14 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 120 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
