Since this has the Touch Bar functionality written into it, the earlier versions wont work.
The other option is to use the Touch Bar through your iPad, via a USB cable.
This method brings full Touch Bar functionality as you might see in the video below.
The Touch Bar simply appears on the iPad and can be controlled via a virtual Touch Bar.
The icons are responsive and switch immediately based on which app is open on the Mac.
source: www.techworm.net