1999 Audi TT vs. 1973 BMW Touring
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Audi TT (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1973 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1973 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Audi TT weights approximately 435 kg more than 1973 BMW Touring. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Audi TT (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 BMW Touring. (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Audi TT | 1973 BMW Touring | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | Touring |
Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1573 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 235 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2510 mm |