1954 Volkswagen Beetle vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Volkswagen Beetle would be higher. At 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (38 HP @ 3900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 760 kg more than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle. (89 Nm). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Volkswagen Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Volkswagen Beetle | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Audi |
| Model | Beetle | TT |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1192 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2469 mm |
