2000 MCC ForTwo vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 1000 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, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo. 2007 BMW 525 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. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 MCC ForTwo | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | ForTwo | 525 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2840 mm |
