McLaren Speedtail

vs

McLaren Solus GT

UK vs UK — 2019 vs 2023

McLaren Speedtail (2019)
McLaren Solus GT (2023)
Specifications
Speedtail StandardSolus GT V10
Horsepower1,055 hp829 hp
Torque848 lb-ft479 lb-ft
Engine Size3,994 cc5,200 cc
0-60 mph2.9 sec2.5 sec
Top Speed250 mph200 mph
¼ Mile10.0 sec9.5 sec
Weight3,153 lbs2,205 lbs
Wheelbase2,860 mm2,850 mm
Length5,137 mm4,780 mm
Units Produced10625
Original MSRP$2,250,000$3,500,000
Value (Excellent)$5,500,000$7,000,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

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.

Overview

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.