Compare the2023 Aston Martin DBSVS 2023 McLaren GT

The DBS has a standard Birds-eye Camera to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The McLaren GT only offers a rear monitor and front and rear parking sensors that beep or flash a light. That doesn’t help with obstacles to the sides.

The DBS’ blind spot warning system uses sensors to alert the driver to objects in the vehicle’s blind spots where the side view mirrors don’t reveal them. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer a system to reveal objects in the driver’s blind spots.

Both the DBS and the McLaren GT have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, front side-impact airbags, driver knee airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, daytime running lights and rearview cameras.

The Aston Martin DBS weighs 684 to 904 pounds more than the McLaren GT. The NHTSA advises that heavier cars are much safer in collisions than their significantly lighter counterparts.

The McLaren GT’s redline is at 8500 RPM, which causes more engine wear, and a greater chance of a catastrophic engine failure. The DBS has a 7200-RPM redline.

The DBS’ 5.2 turbo V12 produces 103 more horsepower (715 vs. 612) and 199 lbs.-ft. more torque (664 vs. 465) than the McLaren GT’s 4.0 turbo V8.

An engine control system that can shut down some of the engine’s cylinders helps improve the DBS’ fuel efficiency. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer a system that can shut down part of the engine.

The DBS has 2.1 gallons more fuel capacity than the McLaren GT (21.1 vs. 19 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

An eight-speed automatic is standard on the Aston Martin DBS, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the McLaren GT.

For better stopping power the DBS’ brake rotors are larger than those on the McLaren GT:

For better traction, the DBS has larger tires than the McLaren GT (F:265/35R21 & R:305/30R21 vs. F:225/35R20 & R:295/30R21).

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the DBS has standard 21-inch wheels. Only 20-inch front wheels are available on the McLaren GT.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the DBS’ wheelbase is 5.1 inches longer than on the McLaren GT (110.4 inches vs. 105.3 inches).

The DBS’ front to rear weight distribution is more even (51% to 49%) than the McLaren GT’s (42.5% to 57.5%). This gives the DBS more stable handling and braking.

The DBS has standard seating for 4 passengers; the McLaren GT can only carry 2.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the DBS keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in summer. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the DBS’ optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

Standard smartphone integration for the DBS allows the driver access to select programs on their smartphones so they can stay connected without taking their eyes off the road or their hands from the wheel. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer factory integrated smartphone program access.

The DBS’ Auto Parking can parallel park or back into a parking spot by itself, with the driver only controlling speed with the brake pedal. The McLaren GT doesn’t offer an automated parking system.

The Aston Martin DBS comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the McLaren GT isn’t available as a convertible.