UK vs UK — 2018 vs 2019
| Senna | Speedtail Standard | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 789 hp | 1,055 hp |
| Torque | 590 lb-ft | 848 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,994 cc | 3,994 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 2.7 sec | 2.9 sec |
| Top Speed | 211 mph | 250 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 9.9 sec | 10.0 sec |
| Weight | 2,641 lbs | 3,153 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,670 mm | 2,860 mm |
| Length | 4,744 mm | 5,137 mm |
| Units Produced | 500 | 106 |
| Original MSRP | $958,966 | $2,250,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $2,000,000 | $5,500,000 |
| Collectibility | 9/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 8/10 | 10/10 |
Two outstanding machines, each with compelling strengths. The 2018 McLaren Senna excels in quicker acceleration, lighter weight, better value, while the 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard stands out for more power, higher top speed, greater rarity. The best advice? Drive both if you can, then follow your instincts.
The 2018 McLaren Senna and 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard share a manufacturer in McLaren, but that's where the similarities get interesting. These two models reveal the versatility and ambition of the McLaren brand. The 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard holds a clear advantage in raw power with 1055 hp compared to 789 hp, a 266-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 McLaren Speedtail relies on a V8 Twin-Turbocharged Hybrid with 3,994 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 512 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 106 units built, the 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard is considerably scarcer than the McLaren Senna's 500 examples. On the collector market, the 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard commands a significant premium over the 2018 McLaren Senna, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.