Are drag races using stock cars getting old to you? Then Carwow’s most recent drag race is for you because it has three modified cars with a combined output of over 1,000 horsepower. What happens when you drag race an Audi TT RS, Audi R8 V10, and Porsche 911 Turbo S that have all been adjusted to have the same amount of power as a Bugatti Veyron? Let’s investigate.
The Audi TT RS, a 5-cylinder-powered beast that adapts easily to modifications, comes in first. The Audi TT RS’s standard turbocharged inline-5 engine has 400 horsepower. The current racing example has been tuned by Storm Motorsport, producing 1,100 horsepower (820 kilowatts) and costing more to modify than the car was originally worth. This nuclear engine’s power was transmitted to the ground via Audi’s Quattro all-wheel-drive system via a dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The apex of Audi’s performance goods, the R8 V10, required some improvement to compete in this drag race with the frenzied TT RS. Thankfully, a full Auto Torque twin-turbo upgrade increases output to 1,200 horsepower (895 Kilowatts). This 5.2-liter V10 engine has been upgraded, producing twice as much horsepower as it did before, and is prepared to compete against the hardest drag racers.
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Has the Audi TT RS a turbo?
The strange and seductive 394 horsepower turbocharged 2.5-liter five-cylinder engine of the TT RS works well with the quattro all-wheel drive and quick seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that are both standard. The TT RS’s passing ability is astounding. The seven-speed is eager to downshift whenever you need more power, and it accelerates so quickly and forcefully that you could believe you’ve entered a wormhole. With careful throttle control, this athlete can be converted into a relaxing cruiser. The TT RS feels secure and planted on the road with its standard adaptive dampers installed, even when the road is brutally winding, allowing even relatively rookie drivers to feel comfortable accelerating above the speed limit. Although the version we tested has a maximum that is far lower than that of the Corvette and Cayman, it felt rock solid all the way up to it. It is possible to have a suspension that is more aggressive without adaptive dampers, but with that setup, it is much harder to tell when the TT RS is going to exceed its cornering limits. We advise avoiding the Dynamic Plus bundle unless you intend to spend lots of time racing.
Is there a dual turbo on the Audi TT?
The Audi TT’s third generation is… adorable. Although it lacks the performance to compete with the thoroughbreds in its class, this coupe has enough flair to make it stand out from the crowd.
Contrary to the two-seat Roadster, the TT coupe has four seats. However, the rear seats are better reserved for a four-legged companion or to open the hatch for the most storage of any vehicle in its class. The wheelbase is pushed to the corners, the front and back are snubbed, and the windscreen is steep, giving the TT a dome-like interior. But unlike what naysayers would sneer, this is not a CrossFit Beetle. It resembles the Audi R8 supercar more than a little version. It stands low and broad and boasts 19-inch wheels that are housed in powerful wheel arches.
A four-cylinder turbocharged engine under the hood produces 220 horsepower and 258 pound-feet of torque. A driver can override the six-speed, dual-clutch S tronic transmission with the gear stick or paddle shifters to send power to all four wheels. Automatic shifts occur more quickly than a paddle flick, and many drive modes instruct the vehicle in how to respond in a crisper, more reliable manner than a human overlord. The stick can still be notched up and down to simulate a manual, though.
When pressing the chrome pedal, there is a little lag because the TT, which was introduced in 1998, is not and has never been a twin turbo (TT is a legacy term honoring the Tourist Trophy race). The engine is lighter than its predecessor, although it is also shared with the A3 compact sedan, which is likewise less expensive. According to Audi, the lighter, more aerodynamic TT accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 5.3 seconds.
Try the TT RS, which should be released later this year, for speed. Alternately, just get a Porsche 911.
Enthusiasts may clamor for the Corvette’s 6.2-liter V-8’s raw rear-wheel drive or the unmatched agility of a mid-engine Porsche, such the (slightly more expensive) Cayman.
Drivers who enjoy bursts of speed but don’t want to sacrifice style, comfort, safety, or all-around user-friendliness will enjoy the TT. It won’t bear the club membership of the more renowned or extraordinary sports vehicles, it won’t be challenged off the line by an adolescent whose competence comes from his dad’s car magazines, and it won’t demand a specific amount of arrogance or set of talents.
No center stack, radio or climate controls, and no screen that protrudes from the dashboard like in other Audis are there. The plain dash is a sparsely decorated canvas.
However, creature comforts are only repackaged rather than sacrificed. The three vents in the center of the dash each include a button that may be used to access the climate controls. If it’s off, the buttons are invisible. The temperature gauge illuminates when you press one; another button controls the feature. A 12.3-inch dynamic display with 3D graphics that Audi refers to as the “virtual cockpit” controls everything else.
In place of the speedometer, a customisable car information display that includes everything from radio settings to a backup camera has been installed to replace the static gauges of the past. Navigation Plus, which offers a crystal-clear map in satellite or traffic form, is part of the $3,200 technology package. The MMI (multimedia interface) dial and four toggles on the center console are also available for further in-depth navigation. Redundant steering wheel controls let the thumbs do the controlling.
Although giving over complete control to the driver may not be something passengers enjoy, you kind of agreed to it when you got in. A car in this class has great visibility, which is highlighted by the lack of clutter on the dash. The lengthy hatch glass avoids blind spots and maximizes the back vision, and the a-pillars aren’t overly thick. Huge hockey and baseball bags were easily swallowed by that hatch and the foldable chairs. This is the best choice for a weekend excursion because it comes with two sets of clubs and two carry-on bags.
Despite a heartbeat that pours through the sound system when you turn off the engine, the TT won’t get you there the fastest. But the cruiser’s sophisticated controls, excellent visibility, and modern appearance make it so you can relax and enjoy the ride.
Is the Quattro Twin Turbo Audi TT?
True sports car for the upscale manufacturer is the Audi TT. Their sedans and coupes deliver performance and comfort admirably, but the handling isn’t quite up to par. Of course, you could spend a fortune on the brand’s supercar, the Audi R8, or you might choose the Audi TT, which is less expensive but just as capable. With Audi, the names and badges reveal a lot about the vehicle. For example, a Quattro edition indicates that the vehicle has the highly desired Audi all-wheel-drive technology. Despite what might appear obvious, the acronym TT doesn’t actually stand for twin turbos.
TT RS: Is it quicker than R8?
In all honesty, the reasons the Audi TT RS is a little bit faster than the R8 are its weight, extreme stickiness, quick-shifting transmission, and turbocharged torque. According to FastestLaps, the TT RS lapped Hockeheim in 1:57.70 and the original R8 V8 did so in 2:00.65.
Is the 3.2-liter Audi TT turbo?
Recently, our Canadian friends at HPA Motorsports sent us an Audi TT Coupe Quattro with a significantly modified twin-turbo 3.2-liter VR6 that produces a mind-blowing 565 horsepower and 500 lb.-ft of torque. We had to evaluate the vehicle because we were aware of HPA’s reputation for OE-level perfection.
060 mph in 3.5 secondshow does it sound? or 11.7 seconds @ 120.1 mph for the quarter-mile? That is faster than a Lamborghini Gallardo ($225,000). Amazingly, it accomplishes this while maintaining everyday driveability.
This specific TT was pulled off the production line and painted a vivid Lamborghini Gallardo orange after being specially ordered from Audi GmbH. Despite being a bit excessive, the scissors-style doors, the Oettinger body kit adds a welcome aggressiveness without appearing tacky.
What’s been done under the hood, where purple silicone plumbing indicates that this narrow-angle V-6 is turbocharged using a pair of Garrett HGP R25 turbos that feed a maximum boost of 19 psi, is even more astounding. There are two air-to-air intercoolers and ceramic-coated exhaust parts used.
A Generation 2 Haldex controller delivers power to the TT’s wheels while maintaining the original torque split of 60/40. HPA also improves the twin-clutch DSG gearbox by adding seven friction plates with a stickier substance. In addition, the clutch disc casing has been reinforced to avoid warping.
The HPA TT is deceptively swift when driven briefly at the track due of its excellent bite off the line. The DSG prevents abrupt changes, extending the life of the powertrain; launch control reduces the amount of wheelspin experienced during acceleration runs. The KW coil-over suspension has a strong feel, as you would anticipate from a vehicle with such capabilities.
HPA intends to produce around 10 twin-turbo TTs for about $125,000. It’s not inexpensive, but it’s quicker than a Gallardo. Visit for more details on this exquisitely constructed TT.
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Audi TT: Is it turbocharged?
At the Austrian tuning festival Wrthersee this year, an electric-supercharged TT with 591 horsepower and 479 lb-ft of torque will make its grand debut. An electric supercharger supports the 2.5-liter turbocharged inline-5 engine used in the Audi TT Clubsport concept car.
The technology involved, like the modified Alfa Romeo Giulietta from engineering group AVL we just drove, is intended to decrease turbo lag while simultaneously improving power. The electric supercharger is powered by a separate 48-volt electrical system that is powered by a lithium-ion battery housed in the car’s trunk. As the car slows down, regenerative braking recharges the battery.
The Audi TT Clubsport concept has a six-speed manual transmission that aids in transferring power to Quattro all-wheel drive, claiming a 0-to-62 mph sprint time of 3.6 seconds and a top speed of 193 mph. Audi claims that the TT Clubsport accelerates off the line far faster than a vehicle with only traditional turbocharging because to the electric supercharger’s nearly immediate boost. In the first 2.5 seconds of acceleration, the TT Clubsport can cover 1.5 car lengths more distance, according to Audi.
Audi has officially acknowledged interest in 48-volt electrics and electric supercharging for upcoming models as the firm looks to reduce engine size while maintaining performance. Professor Dr. Ulrich Hackenberg, the technical development board member for Audi, stated in a statement that the company is almost ready to introduce electric supercharging on diesel engines, and that this concept demonstrates how it might also function on gasoline engines.
The Audi TT Clubsport also benefits from bodywork that has been expanded by 5.5 inches, with angular fenders that have vents to help channel cooling air to the brakes. This helps it blend in with the other wacky creations at Wrthersee. The rear wing on the Audi Sport TT Cup racing car was developed into the sizable carbon fiber reinforced plastic one. Four-point racing harnesses, a titanium roll cage, and bucket seats with orange Alcantara fabric are all included in the car’s interior.
What does the RS in the portfolio of RS models from Audi stand for?
Even more powerful variants are produced by Audi Sport GmbH (previously quattro GmbH), the high-performance private division of AUDI AG, and are designated with the “RS” badge. The German term RennSport, which means “racing sport,” is the source of the initials “RS.” These vehicles are compared to supercars in terms of both price and features. [11]
The “RS” (“Sport”) specification level of the standard model range of Audi is clearly above the highest performance “top-tier” trim level offered by the automaker. Some people refer to “RS” automobiles as “halo vehicles” because they all represent the cutting edge of Audi’s engineering expertise and technology. Along with the R8, Audi RS cars are some of the most potent automobiles the company has ever produced. For instance, the physically larger Audi S8 is less powerful than the Audi RS 6 (5.0 TFSI quattro) (5.2 FSI quattro). [6] While the facelifted Audi S8 plus for the 20162017 model years is regarded as “an “RS” in anything but name” as it comes equipped with an upgraded engine that has the same output as the smaller RS 6 and RS7, the 20122015 Audi S8 shares the same engine with the 2013… Audi RS 6 and Audi RS 7, albeit in a lower state of tune. [12] In contrast to other versions of the S8, which were produced by Audi on the main assembly line with other A8 variants, the 201617 S8 Plus was produced by Quattro GmbH and can be recognized by its VIN number, which begins with the letters WUA.
These “RS” (and “S” models)[13] models are exclusively designed, developed, and produced in-house by Audi Sport GmbH, the high performance private subsidiary company of Audi AG, at its Neckarsulmfactory. They are only available for a short period of time and only in specific markets, on a limited model range.
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The interior of Audi “RS” cars is frequently sparse in comparison since the emphasis is more on track performance than luxury, in contrast to Audi “S” models whose interiors are well-furnished to maintain the feeling of sport luxury. While its American counterpart has opulent power-adjustable front seats and power windows for all doors, the 2008 Audi RS 4 released in Europe had lightweight racing-style front seats and roll-up windows for the back doors. 2007 Audi RS 4 vs. 2008 M-B C63 AMG; 2008 BMW M3
While the Audi “S” variants (as of 2010) have been positioned primarily as engine upgrade trims, the Audi “RS” vehicles are considered direct competitors to comparable sized hardcore sport cars from BMW M and Mercedes-AMG. The Audi RS 5 immediately competes with the BMW M3, M4, while the Audi S5 directly competes with the BMW 335i, the Audi RS 6 directly competes with the BMW M5, and the Audi S6 directly competes with the BMW 550i. Due to emissions laws, the Audi RS 6 (C6) was never sold to the US, leaving the Audi S6 (C6) as the top trim to compete against the BMW M5 (E60) in that market for the 2013 Audi S7.
Audi previously only produced one RS model at a time, but recently changed its policies and opted to produce multiple RS models concurrently, stating that “customers want them, so why not give it to them?”