McLaren 750S vs. Ferrari 296 GTB
At a Glance: 750S vs. 296 GTB
Some cars are built to turn heads. Others are engineered to turn your pulse into data. Models like the McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB are ripped straight from the Formula One circuit and reimagined for spirited drives through Sterling and Alexandria VA, or Washington D.C.. You’ve run the performance metrics, but what matters is how a car feels when it becomes an extension of you.
The McLaren Washington team invites you to go beyond the brochure and examine the aspects that distinguish the McLaren 750S from the Ferrari 296 GTB.
ICE ENGINE OUTPUT
DRY WEIGHT
COCKPIT THEME
For the Driver Who Measures Performance in Stats
DYNAMIC
When the road turns or the track demands more, you need a vehicle that doesn’t hesitate. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB may compete in the same league, but how they translate your input into action couldn’t be more different. It’s time to explore how raw performance and precision engineering stack up.
Performance That Doesn’t Compromise
Regarding supercars, the roar of the engine is the language of motorsports. The animalistic growl announces your arrival three blocks away while placing you in the heart of the drama. In the McLaren 750S, the roar of the V8 engine thrills your senses, turning every throttle press into a full-body surge of adrenaline.
In contrast, the Ferrari 296 GTB features a V6 hybrid engine. While it offers impressive efficiency, it also softens the edge you crave when carving through back roads. Behind the wheel, the difference in the engines is noticeable in seconds. The shorter final drive ratio and reduced weight translate to sharper launches and tighter control.
- McLaren 750S Engine Output: 750 PS (740 HP)
- Ferrari 296 GTB Engine Output (ICE Only): 663 PS (654 HP)
The McLaren stays raw and visceral, engineered for drivers who don’t settle, while the Ferrari balances combustion with electric restraint.
Tuned for the Track, Ready for the Real World
McLaren and Ferrari are no strangers to motorsports. Within Formula One, each brand has carved its name into motorsport history with multiple Constructors’ Championships. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB are infused with elements ripped from the F1 garage, but one brings you closer to the cockpit than the other.
The McLaren 750S is built on the MonoCage II chassis, which is directly inspired by the Formula One team. Crafted from carbon fibre, the chassis is ultra-light and exceptionally rigid, just like an F1 car’s. The 750S features a rear wing that covers 20% more surface area and adds 5% more downforce than previous models. It is finished in Papaya Spark or McLaren Orange, colours synonymous with McLaren Racing.
Since 2014, every Ferrari car entering the grid has featured a V6 hybrid turbo engine, a similar configuration to the engine found under the hood of the Ferrari 296 GTB. The 296 GTB can also be wrapped in F1-inspired colours like Rossa Corsa and Giallo Modena.
Whether you drive the 750S or the 296 GTB, you can access similar features on the elite motorsports stage. However, while Ferrari features nod to its racing heritage, the McLaren is built on F1 DNA, which better bridges that connection between everyday thrills and racetrack-ready performance.
AESTHETIC
In a world where flash is easy, you’re not looking for admiration at a stoplight. You’re looking for a model where every line, curve, and control serves a purpose. Combining luxury with performance, will you find the intentionality you seek with the McLaren 750S or the Ferrari 296 GTB?
Minimalism Meets Motorsports
Step into the cabin—are you seeking clarity or complexity? Regarding cabin design, the McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB are undeniably refined with the integration of premium materials like Alcantara® upholstery and carbon-fibre accents. Beyond this, the McLaren and the Ferrari take distinctly different approaches to design.
The McLaren 750S prioritizes focus, stripping away everything you don’t need. It features a minimalist central touchscreen display and tactile buttons that connect you to your vehicle more. The Ferrari 296 GTB, on the other hand, surrounds you with screens and digital flair. It includes up to three displays, including a cinematic central display and a passenger screen built into the dashboard. Even the steering wheel features bright, digital elements.
If you live a life defined by structure and clarity, the McLaren’s analog-forward cockpit keeps distractions at bay, unlike the Ferrari’s tech-heavy approach.
Styled Specifically for You
You’ve worked hard to achieve your status and deserve to drive something that reflects your achievements. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB allow you to style your supercar in various ways, including selecting the seat belt colour and accent stitching on the seats.
The McLaren 750S takes customization further with its two distinct interior themes: Performance and TechLux each add curated elements to enhance the selected theme. But McLaren doesn’t stop here. The exclusive McLaren Special Operations (MSO) program puts you in the designer's seat. While working with an MSO expert, you can customise nearly every aspect of your 750S, even imagining new materials or elements unique to your model.
Ferrari offers customisation, but McLaren’s MSO program elevates it into an art form.
RESPONSIVE
Your time matters as someone who has their calendar scheduled out to the hour. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB have features that enhance feedback time, but one translates your input into instant action. Will the 750S or the 296 GTB offer a more connected experience?
Reacting to Your Every Command
When you hit the throttle, you expect instant results. There’s no room for lag time or second-guessing on curves. On the track, the McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB can be found near each other since, on paper, they offer similar performance specs. But the experience of each car feels more in tune with your every action.
The higher the torque, the better the start from a standstill position. Whether paused at a stoplight or waiting for the lights to go out on a private track day, more torque means greater performance at lower RPMs and smoother gear shifts.
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| 800 Nm (590 lb-ft) | Max Torque | 740 Nm (546 lb-ft) |
One-hundredth of a second is where races are won. A tenth-of-a-second acceleration time goes beyond crossing the finish line first and is about precision. This slight time difference feels like a sharper thrust with cleaner delivery that bridges the gap between man and machine.
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| 7.2 sec. | 0-200 km/h Acceleration Time (0-124 MPH) | 7.3 sec. |
Focus is everything. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB show up, but one feels more dialed in. McLaren constantly asks how progress can be made. This micro-win reflects your value of optimization. After all, it’s not about which goes faster but which does more, down to the decimal.
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| 332 km/h (206 MPH) | Top Speed | 330 km/h (205 MPH) |
It’s easy to say the McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB are fast. But with its dedication to relentless refinement, the 750S may better align with your overall lifestyle values.
Feel Every Pulse
You want a car that mirrors your energy. The McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB offer customisation options; only the McLaren allows you to alter your vehicle’s mood dynamically each time you take the wheel.
When optionally equipped, the 750S includes a multi-colour ambient lighting system. Each of the 12 selected hues is designed to reflect different goals, turning the cabin into a vibrant escape when you want it or dialing it back when you don’t.
These ambient hues ground your experience, helping you center focus, emotion, or intention with every drive. Without a similar feature, you may not feel as connected to the Ferrari's space.
Make Every Second Count
If you’re seeking something that reflects your values, the McLaren 750S and the Ferrari 296 GTB will enhance your Sterling and Alexandria VA, or Washington D.C. travels. While the Ferrari makes a statement, the McLaren makes a connection.
Ready to make that connection? Contact McLaren Washington today and feel the McLaren 750S come to life in your hands.
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