2007 BMW 330 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2012 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 330 | TT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 60 L |