2005 Audi TT vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi TT would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2005 Audi TT. (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 687 kg more than 2005 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi TT. (281 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi TT | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.1 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 80 L |
