Lamborghini Gallardo vs McLaren 650S

How does the Lamborghini Gallardo stack up against the McLaren 650S? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

Lamborghini GallardoLamborghini Gallardo
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McLaren 650SMcLaren 650S
SpecLamborghini GallardoMcLaren 650S
Horsepower (max)570 hp641 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.4 s3.0 s
Top speed325 km/h333 km/h
Variants63
Body styleMid-engine V10Mid-engine V8 supercar
GenerationType 140650S
Production2003 – 20132014 – 2017
Length4,345 mm4,511 mm
Width1,900 mm1,895 mm
Height1,165 mm1,199 mm
Wheelbase2,560 mm2,670 mm

Lamborghini Gallardo vs McLaren 650S: common questions

Is the Lamborghini Gallardo or McLaren 650S faster?
The McLaren 650S is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.9s versus the Lamborghini Gallardo's 3.2s (0-100 km/h in 3s vs 3.4s).
Which has more horsepower, the Lamborghini Gallardo or the McLaren 650S?
The McLaren 650S makes more power: 641 hp (478 kW) versus 570 hp (425 kW) for the Lamborghini Gallardo.
Is the Lamborghini Gallardo or McLaren 650S faster on top speed?
The McLaren 650S has the higher top speed at 207 mph (333 km/h), versus 202 mph (325 km/h) for the Lamborghini Gallardo.
What is the main difference between the Lamborghini Gallardo and the McLaren 650S?
The Lamborghini Gallardo is a mid-engine v10, while the McLaren 650S is a mid-engine v8 supercar. That difference in body style drives most of the others.