2009 BMW 323 vs. 2005 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2009 BMW 323 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 323 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (49 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2005 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, 2009 BMW 323 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MCC ForTwo. (80 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MCC ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 323 | 2005 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 323 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 1810 mm |
