2008 BMW 645 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 BMW 645. (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 645. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 645 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 645. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 645. (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 645.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 645 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | 645 | TT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
