2005 BMW 530 vs. 2010 Audi TT
To start off, 2010 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2010 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi TT.
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, 2010 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2010 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 530 | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
