McLaren P1

vs

Bugatti Veyron

UK vs France — 2013 vs 2010

McLaren P1 (2013)
Bugatti Veyron (2010)
Specifications
P1Veyron 16.4 Super Sport
Horsepower903 hp1,200 hp
Torque664 lb-ft1,106 lb-ft
Engine Size3,799 cc7,993 cc
0-60 mph2.7 sec2.4 sec
Top Speed217 mph268 mph
¼ Mile9.8 sec9.7 sec
Weight3,075 lbs4,052 lbs
Wheelbase2,670 mm2,710 mm
Length4,588 mm4,462 mm
Units Produced37548
Original MSRP$1,150,000$2,400,000
Value (Excellent)$2,500,000$5,000,000
Collectibility10/109/10
Rarity9/109/10
The Verdict

It's a closely fought contest. The 2013 McLaren P1 brings lighter weight, stronger collectibility, better value to the table, and the 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport answers with more power, quicker acceleration, higher top speed. Both are excellent machines that reward their owners in different ways — there's no wrong answer here.

Overview

The rivalry between UK and France automotive industries has produced legendary matchups, and the 2013 McLaren P1 versus 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is among the most fascinating. These two cars represent the best of their national engineering schools. The 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport holds a clear advantage in raw power with 1200 hp compared to 903 hp, a 297-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the McLaren P1 uses a V8 Twin-Turbo DOHC + Electric Motor displacing 3,799 cc, while the Bugatti Veyron relies on a W16 Quad-Turbo DOHC 64V with 7,993 cc. In the sprint to 60 mph, the 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport edges ahead at 2.4 seconds versus 2.7 seconds. The McLaren P1 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 977 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 48 units built, the 2010 Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Super Sport is considerably scarcer than the McLaren P1's 375 examples.