2009 BMW 550 vs. 2004 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 BMW 550 is newer by 5 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 4,799 cc, 2009 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Noble M12. (335 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2004 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 550 weights approximately 612 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, 2009 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Noble M12. (486 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Noble M12. 2009 BMW 550 has automatic transmission and 2004 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2004 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 550 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 550 | 2004 Noble M12 | |
| Make | BMW | Noble |
| Model | 550 | M12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2968 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 486 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2440 mm |
