2007 Audi TT vs. 1995 BMW 520
To start off, 2007 Audi TT is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 520 would be higher. At 1,989 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 BMW 520. (150 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 520 weights approximately 93 kg more than 2007 Audi TT.
Because 2007 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 BMW 520. 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 (280 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 520. (190 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1995 BMW 520 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 520 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
