2009 BMW 120 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 4 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 2005 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 655 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 120 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 1810 mm |
