1963 BMW 700 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 BMW 700 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1963 BMW 700. (38 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1963 BMW 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 874 kg more than 1963 BMW 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 BMW 700. (52 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
1963 BMW 700 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 700 | TT |
Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 697 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 52 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4199 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1349 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |