2007 Audi TT vs. 1995 BMW Z3
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 Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 BMW Z3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi TT (221 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1995 BMW Z3. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi TT weights approximately 220 kg more than 1995 BMW Z3. 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 1995 BMW Z3. 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW Z3. (179 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi TT | 1995 BMW Z3 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | Z3 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1894 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 221 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 51 L |
