2008 Audi TT vs. 1968 BMW 1600
To start off, 2008 Audi TT is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi TT weights approximately 270 kg more than 1968 BMW 1600.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Audi TT (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 BMW 1600. (160 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 BMW 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi TT | 1968 BMW 1600 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 1600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 100 HP |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 46 L |
