McLaren 650S vs McLaren 720S

How does the McLaren 650S stack up against the McLaren 720S? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

McLaren 650SMcLaren 650S
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McLaren 720SMcLaren 720S
SpecMcLaren 650SMcLaren 720S
Horsepower (max)641 hp710 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.0 s2.9 s
Top speed333 km/h341 km/h
Variants32
Body styleMid-engine V8 supercarMid-engine V8 supercar
Generation650S720S
Production2014 – 20172017 – 2023
Length4,511 mm4,544 mm
Width1,895 mm2,161 mm
Height1,199 mm1,196 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,670 mm

McLaren 650S vs McLaren 720S: common questions

Is the McLaren 650S or McLaren 720S faster?
The McLaren 720S is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.8s versus the McLaren 650S's 2.9s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s vs 3s).
Which has more horsepower, the McLaren 650S or the McLaren 720S?
The McLaren 720S makes more power: 710 hp (529 kW) versus 641 hp (478 kW) for the McLaren 650S.
Is the McLaren 650S or McLaren 720S faster on top speed?
The McLaren 720S has the higher top speed at 212 mph (341 km/h), versus 207 mph (333 km/h) for the McLaren 650S.
What is the main difference between the McLaren 650S and the McLaren 720S?
Both are mid-engine v8 supercars in the same class. The McLaren 720S has the power advantage, while the McLaren 650S undercuts it, so the choice comes down to the spec differences above.