McLaren 750S v 720S: DRAG RACE

It’s time for an almighty McLaren showdown!

We’ve got our hands on the new McLaren 750S, and it’s about to face off against the glorious 720S!

It’ll come as no surprise that both cars are pretty similar under the skin, but let’s compare the stats anyway. Starting with the 720S, it’s powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8 that can produce 720hp and 770Nm of torque. It’s equipped with a 7-speed dual-clutch gearbox that sends power to the rear wheels, and it weighs in at just 1,419kg.

Then we come to the 750S. It’s also powered by a 4-litre twin-turbo V8, and this time it produces (you guessed it…) 750hp and 800Nm. It also comes with a 7-speed dual-clutch that sends power to the rear wheels, and it’s a bit lighter than the 720, coming in at 1,389kg.

More power should make it a clear win for the 750, right? There’s only one way to find out… LET’S RACE!

Thanks to everyone who lent us cars for this race:

[jimbeam]

What I liked most about this one is that the guest driver knew exactly when to start. Really well done!

[Coffee]

I still remember all those videos when the 720s came out and it dogwalked almost any other car at the time I’m amazed it still pulls so hard

[MR-rytj]

Finally, an owner who can drive their car as intended.

[jessei]

Finally a driver who launches properly and doesn't sleep on the line 👍

[amunayan]

I love the idea of the Mclaren 720s vx Mclaren 750s next time you guys should do Mclaren 720s, Mclaren 750s and the mclaren 765lt and if possible please add a p1 aswell it would be a awesome race

[BlackPants]

Would’ve been great to see the 765lt aswell

[evwat]

That 720 driver knows how to drive his car and not scared to push its limits!

[gustavogcoelho]

Matt, you should do a drag race focused on the tires, get a group of the same car together but each has a different tire, see how much difference does it make and which one is the best

[rsgs]

That is someone who knows how to race, a proper guest this time!

[Danuc]

As expected, not enough power to make a difference and shorter final drive hurting top end but making it faster down low

[_homesavvy]

Gosh darn it, Matt... I am insanely jealous of your job!
"Hmmmm, that drag race hasn't answered anything, let's go again" 😂. LOVE IT!

[milinddixit]

Respect for owning and actually using that 720 for 5 years. If I had a supercar I definitely wouldn't hide it away in a garage for most of the year. I'm taking it out in rain, sun or snow!

[markwilson]

Get a set of lights please to start the drag race

[oxprey]

ive realised when the 720s started off abit early it won and when the 750s started off earlier it won. that little start difference actually makes a huge diff observe closely( Excluding first race )

[jayfreedman]

The styling of the McLaren is outrageous. It is so hunkered down looking. Great chassis and feedback is fantastic. I like the compact size of the McLaren. Best supercar on the road without a doubt.

[plasmac]

Both incredible cars. Can't go wrong with either. It amazes me just how good those cup 2 tires really are over Pirelli. My 992 came with Pirellis and I definitely have traction issues on them. I have PS4S on my G82 and those were just so sticky.

[harshithreddy]

Getting a 750s to a drag strip is hard but like always matt gets it done.

[sharkeyjay]

Over 2mth now and not one review of a normal every day car. Come on Matt we’re not all millionaires

[peterb]

Great vid.
Wow - I was not expecting that.

[forgetfulLlama]

Andy's a gent, def get him back more often!