# Driving the McLaren W1 in Ferrari's Front Yard

> McLaren's new hypercar competes with Ferrari's F80 at Mugello Circuit.
- Title: Driving the McLaren W1 in Ferrari's Front Yard · Road & Track
- Summary: 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…
- Keywords: mclaren, ferrari, f80, mugello, hypercar, mcld, mugello circuit, hybrid, cars, sports, Driving, Ferrari's
- Source: Road & Track — https://roadandtrack.com/car-culture/a73741086/mclaren-w1-driven-volume-37
- Author: Daniel Pund
- Published: 2026-10-12T12:00:00+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: mclaren, w1, ferrari, f80, mugello, hypercar, mcld, mugello circuit, hybrid, cars, sports
## 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.
## Key takeaway

McLaren's 1258-hp W1 hypercar outperforms Ferrari's F80 in driving experience despite similar power levels.