McLaren 720S vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the McLaren 720S 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 720SMcLaren 720S
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Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecMcLaren 720SPorsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)710 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)2.9 s3.9 s
Top speed341 km/h330 km/h
Variants21
Body styleMid-engine V8 supercarRoadster
Generation720S980
Production2017 – 20232004 – 2007
Length4,544 mm4,613 mm
Width2,161 mm1,921 mm
Height1,196 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,730 mm

McLaren 720S vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Is the McLaren 720S or Porsche Carrera GT faster?
The McLaren 720S is quicker, hitting 0-60 mph in 2.8s versus the Porsche Carrera GT's 3.7s (0-100 km/h in 2.9s vs 3.9s).
Which has more horsepower, the McLaren 720S or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren 720S makes more power: 710 hp (529 kW) versus 612 hp (456 kW) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
Is the McLaren 720S or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The McLaren 720S has the higher top speed at 212 mph (341 km/h), versus 205 mph (330 km/h) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
What is the main difference between the McLaren 720S and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren 720S is a mid-engine v8 supercar, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.
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