2000 BMW M3 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW M3 (325 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW M3 weights approximately 100 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 2000 BMW M3. 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, 2000 BMW M3 (350 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2000 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW M3 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | M3 | TT |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3168 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |