2005 BMW 730 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 354 kg more than 2012 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 730 | TT |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4201 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.5 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 60 L |
