Compare the2027 Ferrari 849 Testarossa VS 2026 McLaren GTS

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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS doesn’t offer all-wheel drive.

The 849 Testarossa’s 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. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer a lane departure warning system.

The 849 Testarossa offers an optional 360 degree parking monitor to allow the driver to see objects all around the vehicle on a screen. The McLaren GTS 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 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 and rearview cameras.

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

The 849 Testarossa’s 4.0 turbo V8 hybrid produces 410 more horsepower (1036 vs. 626) than the McLaren GTS’ 4.0 turbo V8.

The 849 Testarossa can travel with zero emissions for 15 miles. The McLaren GTS can’t move without running its internal combustion engine.

Regenerative brakes improve the 849 Testarossa’s fuel efficiency by converting inertia back into energy instead of wasting it. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer a regenerative braking system.

An eight-speed automatic (SMG) is standard on the Ferrari 849 Testarossa, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway. Only a seven-speed automatic is available for the McLaren GTS.

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 GTS is not available with all-wheel drive.

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

	849 Testarossa	GTS
Front Rotors	16.1 inches	15.4 inches

For better traction, the 849 Testarossa has larger tires than the McLaren GTS (F:265/35R20 & R:325/30R20 vs. F:225/35R20 & R:295/30R21).

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the 849 Testarossa is .6 inches wider in the front and 2.2 inches wider in the rear than on the McLaren GTS.

The 849 Testarossa’s front to rear weight distribution is more even (45% to 55%) than the McLaren GTS’ (42.5% to 57.5%). This gives the 849 Testarossa more stable handling and braking.

For better maneuverability, the 849 Testarossa’s turning circle is 1 foot tighter than the McLaren GTS’ (38.7 feet vs. 39.7 feet).

The 849 Testarossa’s standard power retractable hardtop allows a seamless transition from an open car, to a completely sealed coupe. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer a retractable hardtop.

With its coupe body style and remote trunk release lockout, the 849 Testarossa offers cargo security. The McLaren GTS’ hatchback body style defeats cargo security.

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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS’ cruise control switches are unlit, making them difficult to find at night and operate safely.

While driving with high beams on, sensitive light sensors standard on the 849 Testarossa detect other vehicles which could be blinded and automatically switch to low beams. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer automatic dimming high beams.

The 849 Testarossa’s standard rear view mirror and optional side view mirrors have an automatic dimming feature. These mirrors can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on them, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver. The McLaren GTS has an automatic rear view mirror, but its side mirrors don’t dim.

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 McLaren GTS.

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 McLaren GTS 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 McLaren GTS doesn’t offer a heated steering wheel.

To keep a safe, consistent following distance, the 849 Testarossa has a standard Adaptive CruiseControl, which alters the speed of the vehicle without driver intervention. This allows the driver to use cruise control more safely without constantly having to disengage it when approaching slower traffic. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer an adaptive cruise control.

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

Standard smartphone integration for the 849 Testarossa allows the driver and passengers 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 GTS doesn’t offer factory integrated smartphone program access.

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. The McLaren GTS doesn’t offer wireless personal charging.

The Ferrari 849 Testarossa comes in coupe and convertible bodystyles; the McLaren GTS isn’t available as a convertible.