2011 Audi TT vs. 2012 BMW 128
To start off, 2012 BMW 128 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Audi TT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Audi TT would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 128 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 128 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 128 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 128 weights approximately 115 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 2012 BMW 128. 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, 2011 Audi TT (349 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 128. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 128.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Audi TT | 2012 BMW 128 | |
Make | Audi | BMW |
Model | TT | 128 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 211 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |