Lamborghini Gallardo vs McLaren MP4-12C
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2013 McLaren MP4-12C
Overview
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LP 550-2 | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | premium unleaded (required) |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed automated manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2014 | 2013 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $191,900 (best) | $239,400 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 15 MPG | 18 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 12 MPG | 15 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 20 MPG | 22 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 23.8 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 550 hp | 616 hp (best) |
| Torque | 397 lb-ft | 443 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 5.2 L (best) | 3.8 L |
| Cylinders | V10 | V8 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 2 |
| Curb weight | 3,042 lbs | 2,945 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in | 105.1 in (best) |
| Length | 171.1 in | 177.5 in (best) |
| Width | 74.8 in | 75.1 in (best) |
| Height | 45.9 in | 47.2 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Lamborghini GallardoLP 550-2 | McLaren MP4-12CBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Lamborghini Gallardo | McLaren MP4-12C |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LP 550-2 $191,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $239,400 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | LP 550-2 $191,900 MSRP | — |
| 3 | LP 560-2 50 Anniversario $198,900 MSRP | — |
| 4 | LP 560-4 $202,000 MSRP | — |
| 5 | LP 560-4 $202,000 MSRP | — |
| 6 | LP 550-2 Spyder $209,500 MSRP | — |
| 7 | LP 560-4 Spyder $225,400 MSRP | — |
| 8 | LP 560-4 Spyder $225,400 MSRP | — |
| 9 | LP 570-4 Superleggera Edizione Tecnica $241,200 MSRP | — |
| 10 | LP 570-4 Superleggera Edizione Tecnica $241,200 MSRP | — |
| 11 | LP 570-4 Spyder Performante Edizione Tecnica $251,600 MSRP | — |
| 12 | LP 570-4 Spyder Performante Edizione Tecnica $251,600 MSRP | — |