1988 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1988 BMW 525. (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1988 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 BMW 525. 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 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 BMW 525. (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 525 | TT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
