2009 Nissan GT-R vs. 2000 Noble M12
To start off, 2009 Nissan GT-R is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Noble M12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Noble M12 would be higher. At 3,799 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan GT-R (481 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2000 Noble M12. (307 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2000 Noble M12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Noble M12. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan GT-R is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Noble M12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan GT-R will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan GT-R (583 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Noble M12. (435 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Noble M12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan GT-R | 2000 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Nissan | Noble |
| Model | GT-R | M12 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3799 cc | 2544 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 481 HP | 307 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2440 mm |
