2009 Alpina Roadster vs. 2000 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Alpina Roadster is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 2000 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 665 kg more than 2000 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, 2009 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 MCC ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Alpina Roadster | 2000 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | Alpina | MCC |
| Model | Roadster | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 40 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 1810 mm |
