2004 MCC ForFour vs. 2011 BMW 123
To start off, 2011 BMW 123 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForFour would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 123 weights approximately 543 kg more than 2004 MCC ForFour. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 123 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 BMW 123. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 MCC ForFour, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForFour | 2011 BMW 123 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | ForFour | 123 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1421 mm |
