1972 BMW Turbo vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 BMW Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 BMW Turbo would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 BMW Turbo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 BMW Turbo (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 BMW Turbo should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 BMW Turbo weights approximately 304 kg more than 2000 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 Turbo (177 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm). This means 1972 BMW Turbo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 BMW Turbo | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | Turbo | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 1810 mm |
