1997 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 BMW Z3 (333 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 BMW Z3 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 BMW Z3 weights approximately 663 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, 1997 BMW Z3 (355 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1997 BMW Z3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 BMW Z3 | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | Z3 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1810 mm |
