From Road & Track · Daniel Pund · · 1m 30s
Driving the McLaren W1 in Ferrari's Front Yard
McLaren's new hypercar competes with Ferrari's F80 at Mugello Circuit.
In brief
McLaren's new hypercar competes with Ferrari's F80 at Mugello Circuit. McLaren's 1258-hp W1 hypercar outperforms Ferrari's F80 in driving experience despite similar power levels. Originally reported by Road & Track.
Mugello Circuit
The 3.3-mile Tuscan track hosts Formula 1 and MotoGP races near Florence.
McLaren W1 Test Drive
McLaren chose Ferrari's front yard for the W1's debut at Mugello Circuit.
Ferrari's Connection
Ferrari owns Mugello Circuit where they host customer racing events.
W1 vs F80 Power
The W1 delivers 1258 hp while the F80 provides 1184 hp.
Hypercar History
McLaren and Ferrari have both produced hypercars for over 40 years.
W1 Performance
The W1 accelerates quickly with a boost button for immediate power.
“fuuuuuuuuuuu . . . !”
Hybrid Powertrain
The W1 uses a 916-hp twin-turbo V-8 and electric motor for hybrid power.
W1 Engineering
The W1 features a unique carbon-fiber monocoque and active aero system.
W1 Weight
The W1 weighs 3084 pounds versus the F80's 3362 pounds.
“2.7 seconds to 60 mph”
W1 Driving Experience
The W1 feels natural and predictable with hydraulic brakes.
W1 Interior
The W1 has a cup holder and central screen but limited window openings.
W1 vs F80 Comparison
The W1 is more intuitive while the F80 feels more technologically advanced.
W1's Competitive Edge
The W1 offers better road usability than the F80 despite similar power.
W1's Final Verdict
The W1 outperforms the F80 in driving experience despite similar power levels.
Here's the gist
McLaren's 1258-hp W1 hypercar outperforms Ferrari's F80 in driving experience despite similar power levels.
