2012 Audi TT vs. 2010 BMW 123
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 BMW 123. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 BMW 123 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 123 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 123 (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Audi TT. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 123 should accelerate faster than 2012 Audi TT.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 123. 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, 2010 BMW 123 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Audi TT. (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 123 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi TT | 2010 BMW 123 | |
| Make | Audi | BMW |
| Model | TT | 123 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1964 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4201 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1359 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2469 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 51 L |
