VW Polo GTI vs BMW 120i
| Category | BMW 120i | VW Polo GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Engine layout | 2.0 l R4 | 1.8 l R4 |
| Max power (ps / bhp) | 150 / 148 | 150 / 148 |
| Max torque (Nm / lb-ft) | 200 / 148 | 220 / 162 |
| Curb weight (kg / lb) | 1235 / 2723 | 1139 / 2511 |
| Power / tonne (ps / bhp) | 121 / 120 | 131 / 130 |
Lap Times
| Track | BMW 120i | VW Polo GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Hockenheim Short | 1:24.20 | 1:23.10 |
| Autozeitung test track | 1:53.80 | 1:53.00 |
| Oschersleben | 1:56.21 | 1:57.00 |
Performance
| Category | BMW 120i | VW Polo GTI |
|---|---|---|
| 0 - 100 kph | 8.4 s | 7.7 s |
| Est. 0 - 60 mph | 7.9 s | 7.0 s |
| 0 - 100 mph | 21.9 s | 20.1 s |
| Est. 1/8 mile | 11.3 s @ 75.2 mph | 11.0 s @ 77.0 mph |
| 1/4 mile | 15.9 s | 15.6 s |
| Top speed | 217 kph (135 mph) | 216 kph (134 mph) |
Summary
| Category | BMW 120i | VW Polo GTI |
|---|---|---|
| Track Performance | 99 | 100 |
| Straight line speed | 85 | 100 |
| Overall | 93 | 100 |
Verdict
Polo GTI is the fastest by a small margin.
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