Compare the2027 Ferrari 849 Testarossa VS 2026 McLaren Artura

The 849 Testarossa’s pre-crash front seatbelts will tighten automatically in the event the vehicle detects an impending crash, improving protection against injury significantly. The Artura doesn’t offer pre-crash pretensioners.

The 849 Testarossa has standard Automatic Emergency Braking, which use forward mounted sensors to warn the driver of a possible collision ahead. If the driver doesn’t react and the system determines a collision is imminent, it automatically applies the brakes at full-force in order to reduce the force of the crash or avoid it altogether. The Artura doesn't offer collision warning or crash mitigation brakes.

The 849 Testarossa has all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow. The Artura doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

The 849 Testarossa’s standard lane departure warning system alerts a temporarily inattentive driver when the vehicle begins to leave its lane and gently nudges the vehicle back towards its lane. A lane departure warning system costs extra on the Artura.

The 849 Testarossa’s 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 Artura doesn’t offer a system to reveal objects in the driver’s blind spots.

To help make backing out of a parking space safer, the 849 Testarossa’s standard rear cross-path warning system uses sensors in the rear to alert the driver to vehicles approaching from the side, helping the driver avoid collisions. The Artura doesn’t offer a rear cross-path warning system.

The 849 Testarossa’s driver alert monitor detects an inattentive driver then sounds a warning and suggests a break. According to the NHTSA, drivers who fall asleep cause about 100,000 crashes and 1500 deaths a year. The Artura doesn’t offer a driver alert monitor.

The 849 Testarossa has standard GPS Response System, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. The Artura doesn’t offer a GPS response system, only a navigation computer with no live response for emergencies, so if you’re involved in an accident and you’re incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

Both the 849 Testarossa and the Artura have standard driver and passenger frontal airbags, side-impact head airbags, front seatbelt pretensioners, four-wheel antilock brakes, traction control, electronic stability systems to prevent skidding, rearview cameras and available around view monitors.

The 849 Testarossa comes with a full 3-year/unlimited-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car and includes free 24-hour roadside assistance. The Artura’s 45000-mile basic warranty expires sooner.

Ferrari pays for scheduled maintenance on the 849 Testarossa for 4 years and unlimited miles longer than McLaren pays for maintenance for the Artura (7/unlimited vs. 3/27000).

The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 345 more horsepower (1036 vs. 691) than the Artura’s 3.0 turbo V6 hybrid.

The 849 Testarossa can travel with zero emissions on electricity, only, on a full charge for 15 miles, up to 10% further than the Artura‘s -mile range on a full charge and a full tank of fuel. The Artura has to start its internal combustion engine after only 11 miles.

The 849 Testarossa has almost a gallon more fuel capacity than the Artura (18 vs. 17.1 gallons), for longer range between fill-ups.

All-wheel drive, available in the 849 Testarossa, provides the best traction for acceleration in wet, dry, and icy conditions. In corners, all-wheel drive allows both outside wheels to provide power, balancing the car. This allows for better handling. The McLaren Artura is not available with all-wheel drive.

For better stopping power the 849 Testarossa’s front brake rotors are larger than those on the Artura:

	849 Testarossa	Artura
Front Rotors	16.1 inches	15.3 inches

For better traction, the 849 Testarossa has larger tires than the Artura (F:265/35R20 & R:325/30R20 vs. F:235/35R19 & R:295/35R20).

The 849 Testarossa’s 325/30R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a lower 30 series profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall than the Artura’s standard 35 series tires.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the 849 Testarossa has standard 20-inch wheels. Only 19-inch front wheels are available on the Artura.

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the 849 Testarossa is 1.1 inches wider in the front and 2.4 inches wider in the rear than on the Artura.

The 849 Testarossa’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (45% to 55%) than the Artura’s (41.9% to 58.1%). This gives the 849 Testarossa more stable handling and braking.

For better maneuverability, the 849 Testarossa’s turning circle is .6 feet tighter than the Artura’s (38.7 feet vs. 39.3 feet).

A standard locking glovebox keeps your small valuables safer in the 849 Testarossa. The Artura doesn’t offer locking storage for small valuables.

The 849 Testarossa’s instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights’ don’t warn you until damage has been done. The Artura does not have an oil pressure gauge.

The 849 Testarossa’s standard Keyless Open and Start allows you to unlock the doors from either outside door handle, open the trunk, and start the car, all without removing the key from pocket or purse. Keyless Entry and Lock standard on the Artura doesn’t offer a sensor on the trunk.

The 849 Testarossa’s power window, power lock, power mirror and cruise control switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night. The Artura’s cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa has power folding mirrors that offer unparalleled convenience while maneuvering in tight places or parked. With the mirrors folded it’s easier to walk past and help prevent parking damage. The mirrors can be quickly unfolded when the driver is ready to leave. Power folding mirrors costs extra on the Artura.

Optional air-conditioned seats in the 849 Testarossa keep the driver and front passenger comfortable and take the sting out of hot seats in Summer. The Artura doesn’t offer air-conditioned seats.

On extremely cold winter days, the 849 Testarossa’s optional heated steering wheel provides comfort, allowing the driver to steer safely and comfortably before the car heater warms up. The Artura doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

To help keep the driver’s hands on the wheel, the 849 Testarossa has standard steering wheel controls for the radio. The Artura doesn’t offer steering wheel audio controls.

The 849 Testarossa is equipped with both FM and AM stereo radios, offering access to more content and better coverage than the Artura, which solely provides FM radio. With AM radio, you can enjoy a wider variety of stations featuring news, talk shows, sports commentary, native language programing, automated traffic guidance, and emergency broadcasts. AM waves travel further and penetrate buildings and obstacles more effectively than FM signals, especially at night. Having both FM and AM stereo radios the 849 Testarossa offers a more comprehensive listening experience compared to only FM in the Artura.

HD Radio boasts several benefits over conventional radio: superior sound quality with clearer and consistent FM broadcasts, CD-quality audio, and Multicast Channels offering up to four streams from a single station, adding programming choices. Cars like the 849 Testarossa equipped with HD Radio provide an improved in-car entertainment experience. The Artura, devoid of this technology, foregoes these benefits. Selecting the Ferrari 849 Testarossa empowers drivers to enjoy a more immersive and enjoyable listening experience while on the go.

To quickly and conveniently keep personal devices charged without cables tangling and wearing out, the Ferrari 849 Testarossa has a standard wireless phone charging system (Qi) for the front seat. Wireless charging costs extra on the Artura.