2007 Audi TT vs. 2007 BMW M3
To start off, both 2007 Audi TT and 2007 BMW M3 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW M3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW M3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Audi TT | 2007 BMW M3 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | M3 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3245 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 338 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7900 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 12.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 63 L |