1978 BMW M1 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo

To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW M1 (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW M1 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW M1 weights approximately 620 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, 1978 BMW M1 (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 BMW M1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.

Compare all specifications:

1978 BMW M1 2000 MCC ForTwo
Make BMW MCC
Model M1 ForTwo
Year Released 1978 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Middle Rear
Engine Size 3453 cc 597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 273 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 330 Nm 70 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1300 kg 680 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 2510 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1550 mm
Vehicle Height 1140 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 1810 mm


 

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