McLaren 765LT

vs

McLaren Solus GT

UK vs UK — 2020 vs 2023

McLaren 765LT (2020)
McLaren Solus GT (2023)
Specifications
765LTSolus GT V10
Horsepower755 hp829 hp
Torque590 lb-ft479 lb-ft
Engine Size3,994 cc5,200 cc
0-60 mph2.7 sec2.5 sec
Top Speed205 mph200 mph
¼ Mile9.9 sec9.5 sec
Weight2,952 lbs2,205 lbs
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,850 mm
Length4,606 mm4,780 mm
Units Produced76525
Original MSRP$358,000$3,500,000
Value (Excellent)$700,000$7,000,000
Collectibility9/1010/10
Rarity7/1010/10
The Verdict

The 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering quicker acceleration, lighter weight, greater rarity. The 2020 McLaren 765LT counters with higher top speed, better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

Within the McLaren stable, the 2020 McLaren 765LT and 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the McLaren badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 holds a clear advantage in raw power with 829 hp compared to 755 hp, a 74-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren 765LT uses a V8 DOHC Twin Turbo displacing 3,994 cc, while the McLaren Solus GT relies on a V10 DOHC with 5,200 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 edges ahead at 2.5 seconds versus 2.7 seconds. The McLaren Solus GT carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 747 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 25 units built, the 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 is considerably scarcer than the McLaren 765LT's 765 examples. On the collector market, the 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 commands a significant premium over the 2020 McLaren 765LT, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.