McLaren’s 720S, the successor to the 650S, marked a notable progression for the UK-based automaker. Throughout its six-year production run, approximately 5,000 models were purchased by hypercar enthusiasts, including exclusive limited editions. Featuring a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V8 engine churning out 720 horsepower and 770 Nm of torque, the 720S delivered remarkable velocity and an elegant aesthetic. With a weight of 1,419 kg, it boasted a 0-100 km/h acceleration time of 2.9 seconds, could hit 200 km/h in 7.8 seconds, and attain a top speed of 341 km/h.
Retailing at $336,000, the 720S concluded production in 2023, making way for the much-anticipated 750S. Upholding McLaren’s naming convention, the 750S is furnished with an enhanced 4.0-liter V8 powerplant, now delivering 750 horsepower and 800 Nm of torque, alongside improved gear ratios in its 7-speed gearbox. Weighing 1,389 kg, it can sprint from 0-100 km/h in 2.8 seconds and achieve 200 km/h in 7.2 seconds, albeit with a slightly lower maximum speed of 332 km/h.
Nevertheless, does the McLaren 750S genuinely outpace the 720S in real-world scenarios? Carwow organized a direct competition between these two British supercars to ascertain which one reigns supreme in a straight-line race.