2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 4,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (242 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 810 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, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 (401 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 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. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 MCC ForTwo | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | ForTwo | 500 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 799 cc | 4972 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 40 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 401 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2470 mm |