1996 BMW 840 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 1160 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 1996 BMW 840 has automatic transmission and 2000 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2000 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 BMW 840 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 840 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 840 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 1810 mm |
