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Originally Posted by KoenG
So to short cut... the 125d wins hands down. And I guess that it is this experience that prevails.
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And why does it win? Because it has slightly more power in this engine speed range.
As was also pointed out, if you select a more suitable gear for the petrol engine, the diesel car will struggle to keep up.
To make it more clear what matters, consider a race between me on a bicycle, and a motorcycle:
Me on bicycle:
400 Nm @ 0 RPM, 0.5 hp @ 90 RPM. 100 kg
MC
70Nm @ 10000 RPM, 100 hp @ 14000 RPM, 250 kg
I have a clear advantage on weight and torque, but who will win a 60 meter sprint with standing start? Obviously the motorcycle, since it has more power.