2008 BMW 120 vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 120 weights approximately 655 kg more than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
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, 2008 BMW 120 (201 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 120 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 44 HP |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
