2008 BMW 135 vs. 2001 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 135 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2001 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 135 weights approximately 880 kg more than 2001 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, 2008 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 MCC ForTwo. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 135 | 2001 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 135 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
