720S vs 911 GT2 RS
McLaren · Porsche
1/4 Mile winner
911 GT2 RS
Beats the 720S by 0.14s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the 911 GT2 RS beats the 720S comfortably, finishing 0.14 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the 911 GT2 RS thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
710 hp
700 hp
0–100 km/h
2.9s
2.8s
Top speed
341 km/h
340 km/h
Engine
V8
3.8L Twin-Turbo Flat-6
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
770 Nm
750 Nm
Price
$499,000
$293,200
Simulated race times
Distance
720S
911 GT2 RS
100 m
4.584s
4.511s
1/8 mile
6.754s
6.654s
1/4 mile
10.107s
9.969s
1 km
17.936s
17.743s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: 911 GT2 RS is $293,200 vs $499,000 for the 720S — a $205,800 gap. Power: 720S makes 10 hp more (710 vs 700). 0–100 km/h: 911 GT2 RS is 0.10s quicker (2.9s vs 2.8s).
FAQ
Which is faster, the 720S or the 911 GT2 RS?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the 911 GT2 RS is faster, beating the 720S by 0.14 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 720S vs the 911 GT2 RS?
The 720S hits 100 km/h in 2.9 seconds, while the 911 GT2 RS does it in 2.8 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 720S produces 710 hp; the 911 GT2 RS produces 700 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 720S tops out at 341 km/h, and the 911 GT2 RS reaches 340 km/h.
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