GT vs 720S
Ford · McLaren
1/4 Mile winner
720S
Beats the GT by 0.12s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 720S beats the GT comfortably, finishing 0.12 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 720S thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
660 hp
710 hp
0–100 km/h
3s
2.9s
Top speed
348 km/h
341 km/h
Engine
3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
V8
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
746 Nm
770 Nm
Price
$500,000
$499,000
Simulated race times
Distance
GT
720S
100 m
4.655s
4.584s
1/8 mile
6.848s
6.754s
1/4 mile
10.222s
10.107s
1 km
18.046s
17.936s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 720S is $499,000 vs $500,000 for the GT — a $1,000 gap. Power: 720S makes 50 hp more (660 vs 710). 0–100 km/h: 720S is 0.10s quicker (3s vs 2.9s). Top speed: GT runs to 348 km/h, 7 km/h higher than 720S.
FAQ
Which is faster, the GT or the 720S?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 720S is faster, beating the GT by 0.12 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the GT vs the 720S?
The GT hits 100 km/h in 3 seconds, while the 720S does it in 2.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The GT produces 660 hp; the 720S produces 710 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The GT tops out at 348 km/h, and the 720S reaches 341 km/h.
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