2005 BMW 530 vs. 2004 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 1 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 925 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, 2005 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2004 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 530 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1810 mm |
