2007 BMW 530 vs. 2011 Audi TT
To start off, 2011 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2011 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 530 | 2011 Audi TT | |
Make | BMW | Audi |
Model | 530 | TT |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2991 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1842 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1359 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |