1972 BMW 520 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2002 MCC ForTwo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW 520 (150 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW 520 weights approximately 765 kg more than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 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, 1972 BMW 520 (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW 520 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 520 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1810 mm |
