2002 MCC ForTwo vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 700 kg more than 2002 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2002 MCC ForTwo | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | MCC | Porsche |
Model | ForTwo | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Rear |
Engine Size | 599 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 70 Nm | 389 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4491 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1303 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2451 mm |