What is my BHP likely to be for a Mk3 2.0 16v Gti M Reg

[Richdmt]

Anyone have a rough idea what my BHP is likely to be ( i know when new it was 150bhp) the only mods apart from looks is a K&N filter but apart from sounding good dont think that's made much difference.  My brother has a BMW 118d m sport (147 BHP and 0-62 in 9.0) and recons he will thrash me, is that likely and what do I need to do to ensure he doesn't apart from get a new car lol

[gtigolfthree]

Chances are it will be a bit less only way to know for sure is to get it tested on a dyno, but if its running ok and feels ok then buy some petrol instead and enjoy. 

[DAVEMARX]

arent mk3 valvers 146bhp standard.. and if its nearly 15 years old and as ragged as mine is id say your looking at around 130 ish..probally even less .... if its running right id expect as least mid 130's

could get it on a dyno... costs tho

and if ya mate thinks his is faster.....race him

[AudiA8Quattro]

When members on here have done rolling road meets in the past, most of the cars were putting out at least standard power, even old ones.
Depends on the rollers i suppose.

[Dec]

My M reg 16v Gti with only a backbox on it (standard air filter etc..) made 163.6bhp on the Dyno a month or so ago

[gtigolfthree]

Some dyno owners turn it up a little though not to dissapoint there paying customers. I personally wouldn't waste my money, if it feels fast and beats cars that I know you should beat then thats good enough for me.

[Dec]

There was a group of around 30 cars who ran that day, some produced standard power and others were underpowered.

Therefore, it is 163.6 bhp.... Keep it well serviced and look after it and it won't go down when driving hard, it will loosen up.

[DAVEMARX]

My M reg 16v Gti with only a backbox on it (standard air filter etc..) made 163.6bhp on the Dyno a month or so ago

not a bad bit of puff there then mate thats almost vr performance ...pukka

depends on the engine then but to get nearly 20 brake over stoke is a friggin result 

[Dec]

My M reg 16v Gti with only a backbox on it (standard air filter etc..) made 163.6bhp on the Dyno a month or so ago

not a bad bit of puff there then mate thats almost vr performance ...pukka

depends on the engine then but to get nearly 20 brake over stoke is a friggin result 

Made exactly the same power at the wheels as my mates VR did. He had an extra 3bhp transmission loss...

[Len]

I wouldnt believe any Dyno that gives 163bhp! Mine has been on 5 different rollers and baring that stupid Storm one (173 bhp!) the rest have been consistantly around the 150 -156 range.