1959 BMW 600 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 600 would be higher. At 597 cc (3 cylinders), 2000 MCC ForTwo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 MCC ForTwo (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1959 BMW 600. (20 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 MCC ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 MCC ForTwo weights approximately 130 kg more than 1959 BMW 600. 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, 2000 MCC ForTwo (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 600. (38 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 MCC ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 BMW 600 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | MCC |
Model | 600 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 581 cc | 597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 38 Nm | 70 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 550 kg | 680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |