2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2000 MCC ForTwo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1070 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (580 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 1996 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | MCC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | ForTwo | SL |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 799 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2520 mm |
