2001 BMW L7 vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo

To start off, both 2001 BMW L7 and 2001 MCC ForTwo were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,400 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 BMW L7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW L7 (328 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW L7 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW L7 weights approximately 870 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 BMW L7 (350 Nm) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm). This means 2001 BMW L7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo. 2001 BMW L7 has automatic transmission and 2001 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2001 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW L7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 BMW L7 2001 MCC ForTwo
Make BMW MCC
Model L7 ForTwo
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Rear
Engine Size 5400 cc 599 cc
Engine Cylinders 12 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 328 HP 44 HP
Engine RPM 7400 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 350 Nm 71 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 680 kg
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 1810 mm


 

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