1999 Audi TT vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 13 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1999 Audi TT. (178 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1999 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 160 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.
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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Audi TT | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 335 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 57 L |
