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Golf Variant GTD vs 320i M Sport

Volkswagen · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
320i M Sport
Beats the Golf Variant GTD by 0.10s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 320i M Sport beats the Golf Variant GTD by a hair, finishing 0.10 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 320i M Sport thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
184 hp
184 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.4s
Top speed
230 km/h
235 km/h
Engine
2.0L Diesel I4
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
380 Nm
300 Nm
Price
$38,000
$49,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Golf Variant GTD
320i M Sport
100 m
6.982s
6.950s
1/8 mile
10.276s
10.221s
1/4 mile
15.348s
15.248s
1 km
27.128s
26.888s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf Variant GTD is $38,000 vs $49,000 for the 320i M Sport — a $11,000 gap. Top speed: 320i M Sport runs to 235 km/h, 5 km/h higher than Golf Variant GTD.

FAQ

Which is faster, the Golf Variant GTD or the 320i M Sport?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 320i M Sport is faster, beating the Golf Variant GTD by 0.10 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf Variant GTD vs the 320i M Sport?

The Golf Variant GTD hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the 320i M Sport does it in 7.4 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf Variant GTD produces 184 hp; the 320i M Sport produces 184 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf Variant GTD tops out at 230 km/h, and the 320i M Sport reaches 235 km/h.

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