Golf R Cabriolet vs 128TI

Volkswagen · BMW

1/4 Mile winner

Golf R Cabriolet

Beats the 128TI by 0.19s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R Cabriolet beats the 128TI comfortably, finishing 0.19 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the Golf R Cabriolet thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power

265 hp

261 hp

0–100 km/h

5.9s

6.1s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

2.0L I4 Turbo

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

380 Nm

400 Nm

Price

$45,000

$42,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Golf R Cabriolet

128TI

100 m

6.290s

6.386s

1/8 mile

9.267s

9.402s

1/4 mile

13.860s

14.048s

1 km

24.574s

24.851s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: 128TI is $42,000 vs $45,000 for the Golf R Cabriolet — a $3,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: Golf R Cabriolet is 0.20s quicker (5.9s vs 6.1s).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Golf R Cabriolet or the 128TI?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R Cabriolet is faster, beating the 128TI by 0.19 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R Cabriolet vs the 128TI?

The Golf R Cabriolet hits 100 km/h in 5.9 seconds, while the 128TI does it in 6.1 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf R Cabriolet produces 265 hp; the 128TI produces 261 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf R Cabriolet tops out at 250 km/h, and the 128TI reaches 250 km/h.

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