1993 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 BMW M3 would be higher. At 2,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 BMW M3 (281 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi TT weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 BMW M3.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 BMW M3. 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 @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 BMW M3. (321 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 BMW M3 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M3 | TT |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
