430I Coupe vs Golf R Cabriolet
BMW · Volkswagen
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 430I Coupe beats the Golf R Cabriolet by a hair, finishing 0.09 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 430I Coupe thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Simulated race times
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: Golf R Cabriolet is $45,000 vs $48,000 for the 430I Coupe — a $3,000 gap. Power: Golf R Cabriolet makes 10 hp more (255 vs 265). 0–100 km/h: 430I Coupe is 0.10s quicker (5.8s vs 5.9s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 430I Coupe or the Golf R Cabriolet?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 430I Coupe is faster, beating the Golf R Cabriolet by 0.09 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 430I Coupe vs the Golf R Cabriolet?
The 430I Coupe hits 100 km/h in 5.8 seconds, while the Golf R Cabriolet does it in 5.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 430I Coupe produces 255 hp; the Golf R Cabriolet produces 265 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 430I Coupe tops out at 250 km/h, and the Golf R Cabriolet reaches 250 km/h.
Discussion (0)
Loading…