UK vs UK — 2019 vs 2023
| Speedtail Standard | Solus GT V10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 1,055 hp | 829 hp |
| Torque | 848 lb-ft | 479 lb-ft |
| Engine Size | 3,994 cc | 5,200 cc |
| 0-60 mph | 2.9 sec | 2.5 sec |
| Top Speed | 250 mph | 200 mph |
| ¼ Mile | 10.0 sec | 9.5 sec |
| Weight | 3,153 lbs | 2,205 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,850 mm |
| Length | 5,137 mm | 4,780 mm |
| Units Produced | 106 | 25 |
| Original MSRP | $2,250,000 | $3,500,000 |
| Value (Excellent) | $5,500,000 | $7,000,000 |
| Collectibility | 10/10 | 10/10 |
| Rarity | 10/10 | 10/10 |
It's a closely fought contest. The 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard brings more power, higher top speed to the table, and the 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 answers with quicker acceleration, lighter weight, greater rarity. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.
McLaren has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard with the 2023 McLaren Solus GT V10 highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 2019 McLaren Speedtail Standard holds a clear advantage in raw power with 1055 hp compared to 829 hp, a 226-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren Speedtail uses a V8 Twin-Turbocharged Hybrid 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 2.9 seconds. The McLaren Solus GT carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 948 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 Speedtail's 106 examples.