2008 BMW 550 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 550 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 550 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 550 weights approximately 930 kg more than 2005 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 550 (491 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 550 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 550 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 491 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1810 mm |
