McLaren 570S vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the McLaren 570S stack up against the Porsche Carrera GT? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

McLaren 570SMcLaren 570S
vs
Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecMcLaren 570SPorsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)562 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.2 s3.9 s
Top speed328 km/h330 km/h
Variants31
Body styleMid-engine V8 sports carRoadster
Generation570S980
Production2015 – 20212004 – 2007
Length4,529 mm4,613 mm
Width1,915 mm1,921 mm
Height1,201 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,730 mm

McLaren 570S vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the McLaren 570S or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The McLaren 570S is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 3s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 3.2s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the McLaren 570S or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The Porsche Carrera GT makes more power: 612 hp (456 kW) versus 562 hp (419 kW) for the McLaren 570S.
Is the McLaren 570S or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The Porsche Carrera GT has the higher top speed at 205 mph (330 km/h), versus 204 mph (328 km/h) for the McLaren 570S.
What is the main difference between the McLaren 570S and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren 570S is a mid-engine v8 sports car, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.