1999 Audi TT vs. 2008 BMW 528
To start off, 2008 BMW 528 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 528 weights approximately 85 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 528 (272 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2008 BMW 528 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 528 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
