2009 BMW 650 vs. 2002 MCC ForTwo
To start off, 2009 BMW 650 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 MCC ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 MCC ForTwo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 650 (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 318 more horse power than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2002 MCC ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 650 weights approximately 646 kg more than 2002 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 650 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 MCC ForTwo. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 MCC ForTwo. 2009 BMW 650 has automatic transmission and 2002 MCC ForTwo has manual transmission. 2002 MCC ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 650 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 650 | 2002 MCC ForTwo | |
| Make | BMW | MCC |
| Model | 650 | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 2510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 1810 mm |
