McLaren 650S vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the McLaren 650S 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 650SMcLaren 650S
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Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecMcLaren 650SPorsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)641 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)3.0 s3.9 s
Top speed333 km/h330 km/h
Variants31
Body styleMid-engine V8 supercarRoadster
Generation650S980
Production2014 – 20172004 – 2007
Length4,511 mm4,613 mm
Width1,895 mm1,921 mm
Height1,199 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,730 mm

McLaren 650S vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the McLaren 650S or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The McLaren 650S is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.9s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 3s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the McLaren 650S or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren 650S makes more power: 641 hp (478 kW) versus 612 hp (456 kW) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
Is the McLaren 650S or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The McLaren 650S has the higher top speed at 207 mph (333 km/h), versus 205 mph (330 km/h) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
What is the main difference between the McLaren 650S and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren 650S is a mid-engine v8 supercar, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.