2005 Audi TT vs. 1974 BMW Touring
To start off, 2005 Audi TT is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi TT (180 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1974 BMW Touring. (85 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1974 BMW Touring. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi TT weights approximately 325 kg more than 1974 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, 2005 Audi TT (235 Nm) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 BMW Touring. (130 Nm). This means 2005 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 BMW Touring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 1974 BMW Touring | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | Touring |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1572 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
