2007 BMW 335 vs. 2004 MCC ForFour
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 3 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 2004 MCC ForFour. (108 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 MCC ForFour. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 335 weights approximately 460 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 2007 BMW 335 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 2007 BMW 335. 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, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 MCC ForFour. (148 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 MCC ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2004 MCC ForFour | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 335 | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
