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Which is faster?
The Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 is faster — 1s quicker on average across 16 shared tracks.
Specifications
| Specifications | Mazda MX-5 Miata NB MX-5 Miata NB | Volkswagen Golf R Mk8 Golf R Mk8 |
|---|---|---|
| Model Years | 1998-2005 | 2020-2024 |
| horsepower | 140 | 315 |
| torque (N_M) | 133 | 400 |
| weight (KG) | 1,065 | 1,579 |
| Power to Weight | 0.13 | 0.2 |
| Rank | #290 | #225 |
| Tire |
140 R050
195/50/15 |
300 POTENZA SPORT
235/35/19 |
| engine Description | The 1.8L BP-4W engine | turbocharged 2.0-liter inline-four-cylinder |
| gearbox | 5 SPEED MANUAL | 7-SPEED AUTOMATIC |
| drive Type | RWD | AWD |
| wheelbase (MM) | 2260 | 2629 |
| width (MM) | 1679 | 1788 |
| length (MM) | 3950 | 4290 |
| height (MM) | 1219 | 1466 |
| 0 - 60 MPH | 8 SECs | 4.7 SECs |
| top Speed (KPH) | 192 | 249 |
| price MSRP | $ 20,150 | $ 45,985 |
| Current Value | $ 12,500 | $ 42,000 |
| OVERALL VS AVERAGE LAP TIMES | +4.83s | +2.02s |
Mazda MX-5 Miata NB MX-5 Miata NB — Lap Times vs Average
Lap Times
| Track Name | MX-5 Miata NB MX-5 Mia… | Golf R Mk8 Golf R M… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | 2:08.47 | 2:00.8 | +7.67 | Medium | 100–140 | ▶ VS ▶ |
Additional Lap Times
| Track Name | MX-5 Miata NB MX-5 Mia… | Golf R Mk8 Golf R M… | Diff | Mod | Treadwear TW | Video |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nürburgring (BTG) | 8:32 | 7:49.95 | +42.05 | Med / Med | 220 / 200 | |
| Virginia International Raceway - VIR (Grand West Course) | 3:10.62 | 3:04.25 | +6.37 | Light / Stock | 40 / 300 | ▶ VS ▶ |
| Pittsburgh International Race Complex - PittRace (Full Course) | 1:51.001 | 2:00.8 | -9.79 | Race / Med | 100 / 100 | |
| Waterford Hills Road Racing (CW) | 1:18.19 | 1:20.56 | -2.37 | Race / Stock | 200 / 300 |
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