1999 Audi TT vs. 1996 BMW 545
To start off, 1999 Audi TT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 545. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 545 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 545 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 545 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1999 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 BMW 545 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 1996 BMW 545 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 545 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 63 L |
