147 GTA vs Golf R32
Alfa Romeo · Volkswagen
1/4 Mile winner
Golf R32
Beats the 147 GTA by 0.11s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R32 beats the 147 GTA comfortably, finishing 0.11 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R32 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
247 hp
240 hp
0–100 km/h
6.3s
6.2s
Top speed
246 km/h
250 km/h
Engine
V6
3.2L VR6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
300 Nm
320 Nm
Price
$32,000
$40,000
Simulated race times
Distance
147 GTA
Golf R32
100 m
6.475s
6.434s
1/8 mile
9.534s
9.469s
1/4 mile
14.247s
14.140s
1 km
25.213s
24.988s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 147 GTA is $32,000 vs $40,000 for the Golf R32 — a $8,000 gap.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 147 GTA or the Golf R32?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R32 is faster, beating the 147 GTA by 0.11 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 147 GTA vs the Golf R32?
The 147 GTA hits 100 km/h in 6.3 seconds, while the Golf R32 does it in 6.2 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 147 GTA produces 247 hp; the Golf R32 produces 240 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 147 GTA tops out at 246 km/h, and the Golf R32 reaches 250 km/h.
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