1996 BMW 735 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 735. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 735 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 735 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 735 (232 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 735 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 735 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. 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 1996 BMW 735. 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 1996 BMW 735. (321 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 BMW 735.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 735 | 2011 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 735 | TT |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
