McLaren F1 vs Porsche Carrera GT

How does the McLaren F1 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 F1McLaren F1
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Porsche Carrera GTPorsche Carrera GT
SpecMcLaren F1Porsche Carrera GT
Horsepower (max)618 hp612 hp
0-100 km/h (fastest)N/A3.9 s
Top speed386 km/h330 km/h
Variants31
Body styleCentral-driving-position coupéRoadster
GenerationF1980
Production1992 – 19982004 – 2007
Length4,287 mm4,613 mm
Width1,820 mm1,921 mm
Height1,140 mm1,166 mm
Wheelbase2,718 mm2,730 mm

McLaren F1 vs Porsche Carrera GT: common questions

Which has more horsepower, the McLaren F1 or the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren F1 makes more power: 618 hp (461 kW) versus 612 hp (456 kW) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
Is the McLaren F1 or Porsche Carrera GT faster on top speed?
The McLaren F1 has the higher top speed at 240 mph (386 km/h), versus 205 mph (330 km/h) for the Porsche Carrera GT.
What is the main difference between the McLaren F1 and the Porsche Carrera GT?
The McLaren F1 is a central-driving-position coupé, while the Porsche Carrera GT is a roadster. That difference in body style drives most of the others.