Ford GT vs McLaren 720S

How does the Ford GT stack up against the McLaren 720S? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Ford GTFord GT
vs
McLaren 720SMcLaren 720S
SpecFord GTMcLaren 720S
Horsepower (max)660 hp710 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.9 s2.9 s
Top speed348 km/h341 km/h
Variants12
Body styleMid-engine carbon supercarMid-engine V8 supercar
GenerationFord GT (2017–2022)720S
Production2017 – 20222017 – 2023
Length4,779 mm4,544 mm
Width1,996 mm2,161 mm
Height1,108 mm1,196 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm2,670 mm

Ford GT vs McLaren 720S: common questions

Is the Ford GT or McLaren 720S faster?
Both the Ford GT and McLaren 720S 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 720S?
The McLaren 720S makes more power: 710 hp (529 kW) versus 660 hp (492 kW) for the Ford GT.
Is the Ford GT or McLaren 720S faster on top speed?
The Ford GT has the higher top speed at 216 mph (348 km/h), versus 212 mph (341 km/h) for the McLaren 720S.
What is the main difference between the Ford GT and the McLaren 720S?
The Ford GT is a mid-engine carbon supercar, while the McLaren 720S is a mid-engine v8 supercar. That difference in body style drives most of the others.