1983 BMW 628 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 MCC ForTwo is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 BMW 628. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 BMW 628 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 BMW 628 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 BMW 628 (181 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 BMW 628 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2005 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, 1983 BMW 628 (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1983 BMW 628 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 BMW 628 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 628 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 1810 mm |
