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Ferrari 296 GTB vs McLaren 750S
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Overview
Variant
GTB
Variant
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Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
3.0 L
Engine size
4.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
6.4 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
12.2 / 100 km
Power and torque
610kW / 740Nm
Power and torque
537kW / 770Nm
1016km
590km
Warranty
3 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
2
Doors
2
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Electric
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
—
Safety rating
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Specifications
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Suspension: yes
Transmission: yes
Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Voice Activating System
Virtual Assistant: Siri
Voice Activating System
Includes Audio Player: yes
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 16.00
Traffic Info: yes
Navigational Systems
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: 12
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Parking Distance System
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Camera
Remote Battery Management
Includes Battery Status Checking: yes
Remote Battery Management
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Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
Automatic Door Closing
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Automatic Door Closing
Side Doors: yes
Mobile Integration
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Mobile Integration
Android Number of Months Subscription: 0
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Vanity Mirror
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Parking Assistance
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Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 149
Standard Met: Eu6 D
Emission Control Level
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Engine
Engine (cc): 2992
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: F163
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Engine (cc): 3994
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: M840t
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Electrical System
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Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Additional Fuel Types
Premium Unleaded Fuel: Premium Unleaded
Additional Fuel Types
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Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Electric
Other Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Electric
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 91
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 17.2
Main Capacity (L): 65
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 14.3
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.0
Main Capacity (L): 72
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 15.8
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Charging Information
Mode 2 Amps: 8
Mode 2 Scenario: Mode 2
Mode 2 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 2 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 2 Voltage: 230
Mode 3 Calc Duration Max Supplied 0% To 100%: 2.35
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 3.7 kW 0% To 100%: 2.35
Mode 3 Calculated Duration 7.4 kW 0% To 100%: 2.35
Mode 3 Max kW Supplied To Vehicle: 3.50
Mode 3 Scenario: Mode 3
Mode 3 State of Charge Ends At (%): 100
Mode 3 State of Charge Starts At (%): 0
Mode 3 Voltage: 230
Electric Driven Wheels
Electric Driven Wheels: Rear
Electric Motor
Motor 1 Type: Ac Perm Magnet Synchronous
Motor 1 Max Torque Motor (Nm): 315
Motor 1 Location: Rear
Motor 1 Number: 1
Motor 1 Power Output (hp/PS): 167.0
Motor 1 Power Output Motor (kW): 122.0
Electric Power Source
Actively Heated Cooled Battery: yes
Battery Cell Count: 80
Battery Cell Type: Pouch
Battery Supplier: Other
Battery Type: Nickel Manganese Cobalt
Max Wireless Charging (kW): 0.0
Maximum Battery (kWh): 7.50
Number of kWh Included: 0
Number of Months Subscription Included: 0
Range (km): 25.00
Range (miles): 15.53
Hybrid Type
Hybrid Type: Active Hybrid
Charging Connector
Type 2 (Mennekes) Charging Socket AC 1: yes
Type 2 (Mennekes) Location of AC 1 Socket: Rear Side
Type 2 (Mennekes) Type: Type 2 (Mennekes)
Hybrid And Electric Systems
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Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 1016
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 631
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 15.6
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 6.4
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 37
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP HEV UF Weighted Combined (km/L): 15.6
WLTP HEV UF Weighted Combined (L/100km): 6.4
WLTP HEV UF Weighted Combined (miles per UK gallon): 44
WLTP HEV UF Weighted Combined (mpg): 37
WLTP HEV UF Weighted Standard: Wltp Hev Uf Weighted
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 590
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 367
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 8.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 12.2
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 19
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 590
WLTP ICE Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 367
WLTP ICE Combined (km/L): 8.2
WLTP ICE Combined (L/100km): 12.2
WLTP ICE Combined (miles per UK gallon): 23
WLTP ICE Combined (mpg): 19
WLTP ICE Standard: Wltp Ice
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 2.9
Max Speed On Electric Power Only (km/h): 135
Maximum Speed (km/h): 330
Maximum Speed (mph): 205
Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 2.7
Maximum Speed (km/h): 332
Maximum Speed (mph): 206
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 830
Maximum Power hp/PS Electric Motor: 167
Maximum Power (kW): 610
Maximum Power kW Electric Motor: 122
Maximum Torque (Nm): 740
Maximum Torque Electric Motor (Nm): 315
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 6250
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 720
Maximum Power (kW): 537
Maximum Torque (Nm): 770
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 7500
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 5500
Power Consumption
Combined (km/kWh): 0.1
Combined (kWh/100 miles): 22.5
Combined (kWh/100km): 14.0
Combined (kWh/km): 0.3
Combined (kWh/mile): 0.2
Combined (miles/kWh): 0.2
Combined (Wh/km): 140
Combined (Wh/mile): 225
Power Consumption
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Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 6.4
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 12.2
Secondary Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 663
Maximum Power (kW): 488
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 8000
Secondary Power
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Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
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Transmission
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Transmission
Code: SSG
Description: Dual Clutch Sequential Trans (Dct)
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Manual Sequential: yes
Number of Speeds: 7
Shift Lever Location: Steering Wheel
Type: Automatic
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Display Screen
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 16.00
Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Instrument Cluster
Reconfigurable: yes
Instrument Cluster
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Computer
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Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Touch Controls: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Leather Covered
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Type: Wishbone
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 95
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 104
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 305
Tires
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 245
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 30
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 305
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Black Trim
Around Side Windows: yes
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Electrically Deployed Trunk/Hatch Spoiler: yes
Location: Boot/Hatch
Sport Exhaust Pipe
Driver-Controlled Valve Flap on Sport Exhaust Pipe: yes
Sport Exhaust Pipe
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Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
Cargo Capacity
Measurement Standard: Manufacturer’S Own
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 65.6
Front Track (mm): 1665
Overall Height (in): 46.7
Overall Height (mm): 1187
Overall Length (in): 179.7
Overall Length (mm): 4565
Overall Width (in): 77.1
Overall Width (mm): 1958
Rear Track (in): 64.3
Rear Track (mm): 1632
Wheelbase (in): 102.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2600
External Dimensions
Kerb to Kerb Turning Circle (mm): 12195
Front Track (in): 65.9
Front Track (mm): 1674
Kerb To Kerb Turning Circle (ft): 40.0
Overall Height (in): 47.0
Overall Height (mm): 1194
Overall Length (in): 180.0
Overall Length (mm): 4572
Overall Width (in): 85.0
Overall Width (mm): 2159
Rear Track (in): 64.1
Rear Track (mm): 1628
Wheelbase (in): 105.1
Wheelbase (mm): 2670
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Scissor Hinged
Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Exterior Door Handles
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Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Active High Beam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Matrix: yes
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Paint
Type: Metallic
Paint
Type: Metallic
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1470
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3241
Tare Weight (kg): 1429
Weights
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1389
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3062
Tare Weight (kg): 1386
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 1
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Front USB Connections: 2
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
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Speakers
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Speakers
Number of Speakers: 4
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Alloy
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Carbon Fibre
Doors: Carbon Fibre
Instrument Panel: Carbon & Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 4
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Side Airbag
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Side Airbag
Front Head Protection: yes
Location: Front
Front Seat
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Racing
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Racing
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Electric
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 1
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Manual
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Main Seat Material: Synthetic Suede
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Ventilation System
Touch Screen Controls: yes
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 20000
Distance (miles): 12427
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 15000
Distance (miles): 9321
Period (Months): 12
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