2007 Audi TT vs. 2012 BMW M3

To start off, 2012 BMW M3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Audi TT would be higher. At 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2007 Audi TT. (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW M3 weights approximately 245 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 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW M3. 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, 2012 BMW M3 (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi TT. (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 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 2012 BMW M3
Make Audi BMW
Model TT M3
Year Released 2007 2012
Body Type Coupe Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3189 cc 3999 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 247 HP 414 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 8300 RPM
Torque 320 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 3900 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 75.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 95.9 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 5.9 seconds 4.8 seconds
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1655 kg
Vehicle Length 4050 mm 4615 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1424 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Consumption 7.6 L/100km 9.3 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.6 L/100km 17.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.4 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 63 L


 

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