1992 BMW 520 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1992 BMW 520. (148 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1992 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 520 weights approximately 18 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 BMW 520. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 520 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 520 | TT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1359 mm |
