McLaren 720S vs Porsche 918 Spyder

How does the McLaren 720S stack up against the Porsche 918 Spyder? We put their headline specs side by side so you can see exactly where each car leads.

McLaren 720SMcLaren 720S
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Porsche 918 SpyderPorsche 918 Spyder
SpecMcLaren 720SPorsche 918 Spyder
Horsepower (max)710 hp875 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.9 s2.6 s
Top speed341 km/h345 km/h
Variants21
Body styleMid-engine V8 supercarRoadster
Generation720S918
Production2017 – 20232013 – 2015
Length4,544 mm4,643 mm
Width2,161 mm1,940 mm
Height1,196 mm1,167 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,730 mm

McLaren 720S vs Porsche 918 Spyder: common questions

Is the McLaren 720S or Porsche 918 Spyder faster?
The Porsche 918 Spyder is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.5s versus the McLaren 720S's 2.8s (0-100 km/h in 2.6s vs 2.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the McLaren 720S or the Porsche 918 Spyder?
The Porsche 918 Spyder makes more power: 875 hp (652 kW) versus 710 hp (529 kW) for the McLaren 720S.
Is the McLaren 720S or Porsche 918 Spyder faster on top speed?
The Porsche 918 Spyder has the higher top speed at 214 mph (345 km/h), versus 212 mph (341 km/h) for the McLaren 720S.
What is the main difference between the McLaren 720S and the Porsche 918 Spyder?
The McLaren 720S is a mid-engine v8 supercar, while the Porsche 918 Spyder is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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