2009 BMW 130 vs. 2005 Noble M14
To start off, 2009 BMW 130 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Noble M14. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Noble M14 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Noble M14 (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2009 BMW 130. (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Noble M14 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 130 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Noble M14 (522 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 130. (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Noble M14 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 130 | 2005 Noble M14 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 130 | M14 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | 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 | 261 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
