2009 Audi TT vs. 1989 BMW 750
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 BMW 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 BMW 750 would be higher. At 4,988 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 BMW 750 (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 BMW 750 weights approximately 905 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi TT is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 BMW 750. 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, 1989 BMW 750 (450 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1989 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 1989 BMW 750 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 750 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 4988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 120 L |
