2004 MCC ForTwo vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 325 weights approximately 750 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MCC ForTwo | 2011 BMW 325 | |
| Make | MCC | BMW |
| Model | ForTwo | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1810 mm | 2730 mm |
