2009 Audi TT vs. 1959 BMW 700
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 BMW 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 BMW 700 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Audi TT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi TT (268 HP @ 2500 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1959 BMW 700. (39 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1959 BMW 700.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 BMW 700. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi TT (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 BMW 700. (50 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 BMW 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1959 BMW 700 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 700 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 695 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 39 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 31 L |
