2007 Audi TT vs. 1956 BMW 501
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1956 BMW 501. (138 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1956 BMW 501. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 115 kg more than 1956 BMW 501. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 BMW 501. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Audi TT (320 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 BMW 501. (222 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 BMW 501.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1956 BMW 501 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 501 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 3166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2840 mm |
