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Golf Variant GTD vs 320i M Sport (F30)

Volkswagen · BMW

1/4 Mile winner
320i M Sport (F30)
Beats the Golf Variant GTD by 0.18s
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The verdict

In a quarter-mile drag race, the 320i M Sport (F30) beats the Golf Variant GTD comfortably, finishing 0.18 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 320i M Sport (F30) thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.

Spec head-to-head

Power
184 hp
184 hp
0–100 km/h
7.5s
7.3s
Top speed
230 km/h
235 km/h
Engine
2.0L Diesel I4
I4 Turbo
Fuel
Diesel
Petrol
Torque
380 Nm
270 Nm
Price
$38,000
$42,000

Simulated race times

Distance
Golf Variant GTD
320i M Sport (F30)
100 m
6.982s
6.906s
1/8 mile
10.276s
10.160s
1/4 mile
15.348s
15.164s
1 km
27.128s
26.763s

Acceleration curves

Who should buy which?

Price: Golf Variant GTD is $38,000 vs $42,000 for the 320i M Sport (F30) — a $4,000 gap. 0–100 km/h: 320i M Sport (F30) is 0.20s quicker (7.5s vs 7.3s). Top speed: 320i M Sport (F30) 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 (F30)?

In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 320i M Sport (F30) is faster, beating the Golf Variant GTD by 0.18 seconds.

What is the 0–100 km/h time of the Golf Variant GTD vs the 320i M Sport (F30)?

The Golf Variant GTD hits 100 km/h in 7.5 seconds, while the 320i M Sport (F30) does it in 7.3 seconds.

How much horsepower does each car have?

The Golf Variant GTD produces 184 hp; the 320i M Sport (F30) produces 184 hp.

What are the top speeds?

The Golf Variant GTD tops out at 230 km/h, and the 320i M Sport (F30) reaches 235 km/h.

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