Honda NSX vs McLaren F1

How does the Honda NSX stack up against the McLaren F1? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Honda NSXHonda NSX
vs
McLaren F1McLaren F1
SpecHonda NSXMcLaren F1
Horsepower (max)600 hp618 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.7 sN/A
Top speed308 km/h386 km/h
Variants23
Body styleMid-engine hybrid supercarCentral-driving-position coupé
GenerationNC1F1
Production2016 – 20221992 – 1998
Length4,470 mm4,287 mm
Width1,940 mm1,820 mm
Height1,215 mm1,140 mm
Wheelbase2,630 mm2,718 mm

Honda NSX vs McLaren F1: common questions

Which has more horsepower, the Honda NSX or the McLaren F1?
The McLaren F1 makes more power: 618 hp (461 kW) versus 600 hp (447 kW) for the Honda NSX.
Is the Honda NSX or McLaren F1 faster on top speed?
The McLaren F1 has the higher top speed at 240 mph (386 km/h), versus 191 mph (308 km/h) for the Honda NSX.
What is the main difference between the Honda NSX and the McLaren F1?
The Honda NSX is a mid-engine hybrid supercar, while the McLaren F1 is a central-driving-position coupé. That difference in body style drives most of the others.