Ford GT vs McLaren 12C

How does the Ford GT stack up against the McLaren 12C? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Ford GTFord GT
vs
McLaren 12CMcLaren 12C
SpecFord GTMcLaren 12C
Horsepower (max)660 hp607 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.9 s2.9 s
Top speed348 km/h333 km/h
Variants12
Body styleMid-engine carbon supercarMid-engine V8 supercar
GenerationFord GT (2017–2022)12C
Production2017 – 20222011 – 2014
Length4,779 mm4,509 mm
Width1,996 mm1,908 mm
Height1,108 mm1,204 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm2,670 mm

Ford GT vs McLaren 12C: common questions

Is the Ford GT or McLaren 12C faster?
Both the Ford GT and McLaren 12C hit 0-60 mph in about 2.8s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the Ford GT or the McLaren 12C?
The Ford GT makes more power: 660 hp (492 kW) versus 607 hp (453 kW) for the McLaren 12C.
Is the Ford GT or McLaren 12C faster on top speed?
The Ford GT has the higher top speed at 216 mph (348 km/h), versus 207 mph (333 km/h) for the McLaren 12C.
What is the main difference between the Ford GT and the McLaren 12C?
The Ford GT is a mid-engine carbon supercar, while the McLaren 12C is a mid-engine v8 supercar. That difference in body style drives most of the others.