Golf R32 vs 430i Gran Coupe

Volkswagen · BMW

1/4 Mile winner

Golf R32

Beats the 430i Gran Coupe by 0.00s

The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the Golf R32 beats the 430i Gran Coupe by a hair, finishing 0.00 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

240 hp

255 hp

0–100 km/h

6.2s

Top speed

250 km/h

Engine

3.2L VR6

2.0L Turbo I4

Fuel

Petrol

Torque

320 Nm

400 Nm

Price

$40,000

$53,000

Simulated race times

Distance

Golf R32

430i Gran Coupe

100 m

6.434s

1/8 mile

9.469s

1/4 mile

14.140s

1 km

24.988s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf R32 is $40,000 vs $53,000 for the 430i Gran Coupe — a $13,000 gap. Power: 430i Gran Coupe makes 15 hp more (240 vs 255).

FAQ

Which is faster, the Golf R32 or the 430i Gran Coupe?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the Golf R32 is faster, beating the 430i Gran Coupe by 0.00 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf R32 vs the 430i Gran Coupe?

The Golf R32 hits 100 km/h in 6.2 seconds, while the 430i Gran Coupe does it in 6.2 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf R32 produces 240 hp; the 430i Gran Coupe produces 255 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf R32 tops out at 250 km/h, and the 430i Gran Coupe reaches 250 km/h.

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