2011 Audi TT vs. 2012 BMW Z4
To start off, 2012 BMW Z4 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW Z4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW Z4 (335 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2011 Audi TT. (158 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2011 Audi TT.
Because 2012 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 BMW Z4 (450 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi TT. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW Z4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Audi TT | 2012 BMW Z4 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | Z4 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automated manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4242 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2497 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
