2000 BMW 520 vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2004 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 520 (168 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 520 weights approximately 940 kg more than 2004 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, 2000 BMW 520 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 520 | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 520 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 1810 mm |
