1978 BMW M1 vs. 2012 Audi TT
To start off, 2012 Audi TT is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 BMW M1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 BMW M1 would be higher. At 3,453 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 BMW M1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi TT (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1978 BMW M1. (273 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi TT should accelerate faster than 1978 BMW M1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi TT weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 BMW M1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi TT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 BMW M1. 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, 2012 Audi TT (465 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 BMW M1. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi TT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 BMW M1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW M1 | 2012 Audi TT | |
| Make | BMW | Audi |
| Model | M1 | TT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3453 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 465 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1300 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1349 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 116 L | 60 L |
