McLaren Senna

vs

Lamborghini Veneno

UK vs Italy — 2018 vs 2013

McLaren Senna (2018)
Lamborghini Veneno (2013)
Specifications
SennaVeneno Roadster
Horsepower789 hp750 hp
Torque590 lb-ft509 lb-ft
Engine Size3,994 cc6,498 cc
0-60 mph2.7 sec2.9 sec
Top Speed211 mph221 mph
¼ Mile9.9 sec10.4 sec
Weight2,641 lbs3,285 lbs
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,700 mm
Length4,744 mm5,020 mm
Units Produced50014
Original MSRP$958,966$4,500,000
Value (Excellent)$2,000,000$12,000,000
Collectibility9/1010/10
Rarity8/1010/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2018 McLaren Senna brings quicker acceleration, lighter weight, better value to the table, and the 2013 Lamborghini Veneno Roadster answers with higher top speed, greater rarity, stronger collectibility. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

The rivalry between UK and Italy automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 2018 McLaren Senna versus 2013 Lamborghini Veneno Roadster is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 2018 McLaren Senna holds a clear advantage in raw power with 789 hp compared to 750 hp, a 39-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren Senna uses a V8 Twin-Turbo DOHC displacing 3,994 cc, while the Lamborghini Veneno relies on a V12 DOHC with 6,498 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2018 McLaren Senna edges ahead at 2.7 seconds versus 2.9 seconds. The McLaren Senna carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 644 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 14 units built, the 2013 Lamborghini Veneno Roadster is considerably scarcer than the McLaren Senna's 500 examples. On the collector market, the 2013 Lamborghini Veneno Roadster commands a significant premium over the 2018 McLaren Senna, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.