1992 BMW 540 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 540. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 BMW 540 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (265 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. 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 1992 BMW 540. 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 540 | TT |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 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 | 65 L | 60 L |
