2024 McLaren 750S VS 2024 Ferrari 296 GTB - ON TRACK COMPARISON (Lap Breakdown)

Handling comparison between the almighty 819 hp Ferrari 296 GTB and the new 2024 740 hp McLaren 750S. The basis of this analysis is derived from my personal first impressions from tracking these two amazing cars for the first time ever. Having been in the supercar market myself, this puts me in the unique position to share with all of you my 100% unbiased opinion of how they compare. The context for this breakdown is not focused on shear lap times, however its based on FEEL. How are they as track cars for the average enthusiast? Stay tuned for part two, which features the hot laps between both the Ferrari 296 GTB and McLaren 750S in order to gain lap time measures. I hope you enjoy!
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[@RT-kr7dk]

I would bet the acceleration in the 296 is better than the 750s. That car is fast. Dragtimes and carwow showed this v. Other McLarens, including the 765lt (a much better performing and looking car) But....hard to argue with your other points, though.

[@88atm88]

Hi! why 296 wasn't in ct off or race mode? Not fair(

[@foranaffairs]

It was in their “qualifying” mode which is the wide open mode

[@88atm88]

@@foranaffairs qualifying mode is a mode for hybrid powertrain unit. All other adjustments are in manettino, which was on sport

[@seanmurphy9114]

From what I see in the video. The 296 is in Performance mode, not Qualifying mode even though in the video it's said the car is in qualifying mode. The red flag on the wheel is Performance mode. If he was in Qualifying mode you would see a stop watch on the wheel instead of the flag. Also, he's in Sport mode for the transmission and suspension, not Race mode which makes a big difference too. Basically he was running the car with about 40hp less than it has and also in the mode for road driving and not for track.

[@michaelzuckerman2556]

I think this video was so biased it was not even close even if it says in the description that it wasn't. He comes from a mclaren background so obviously he'll talk up mclaren just as someone who has a ferrari background would do the same.

[@krisi.2011]

The 296 is a v6 not close to the 750s that's facts

[@ludda42]

Many of his comments are just fact not subjective. His subjective comments are supported by what others are saying. Just depends on what an owner is looking for. If you want driving dynamics and vehicle feedback the McLaren is the clear choice

[@krisi.2011]

@jonaohana3376 the sf 90 destroyed the 296 top speed and the 750 s will destroy it top speed it's the baby ferrari.

[@valkyries_007]

@@krisi.2011750S and 296 have similar top speed.

[@foranaffairs]

Pretty sure he owned more mustang sand corvette’s than mckarens

[@ravenstylea2]

Great reviews as always.

[@revmatchtv]

Nice breakdown Austin!

[@ARlELATOM]

Completely agree with everything you said! 👌

[@cryptoronindude]

I agree with the review but some might see it as clearly biased as you own the McLaren 🤷🏻.

[@ludda42]

Just because you own a car doesn’t mean you can’t be objective. I’ve watched many videos from others and they had similar comments

[@valkyries_007]

I think CAR Magazine gave the right verdict!

[@walter605832]

How was the 750 handling the temperature? I love McLaren but in some models you can only go hard for 4-5 laps before it starts to get hot and show warning (yellow) for tamp

[@kristophergreenwood2758]

Don't take it the wrong way, but you're definitely biased, no problem with that, you're just used to mclaren so I would think you'd like it more

[@carguy7627]

I really like this format, although the more track time the better.

[@brewgardsrg]

Keep on tracking !!!!!

[@stanmarks3950]

Despite 750S having wider/softer front track (for more bite @ the corner) and stiffer rear (to help the rear rotate) over the 720S, it is still showing more understeer than I would like on the limit. Testing these @ 2 different tracks on different days is not what one can call a comparison. In an ideal world, we would have these two on the same truck (same time/temps) and on the same new tire compound as these factors can make a hell of the difference to the handling. Having said that I did enjoy the in car footage, found it informative.

[@zepm7184]

750S in 2 years = half its value. 296 GTB in 2 years = similar price to new

[@Race_1000]

Oooor…. Earn more money and drive the better 750s 😎

[@Swish.s4]

Mclaren over ferrari anyday

[@thomasferrarojr.9772]

​@@Swish.s4Lol. Stop.

[@Swish.s4]

@@thomasferrarojr.9772 mclaren’s are faster than ferrrari’s prove me wrong

[@thomasferrarojr.9772]

@Swish.s4 I never mentioned anything about speed. Although, they're about neck and neck. Simply different approaches to automobiles. So McLaren, while although admittedly incredible performance machines, are not "better" cars. In my, and many other automotive enthusiast's opinion, Ferrari is the superior car, overall. McLaren's umm.. break a lot.

[@georgecarousos6735]

Nearly always see McLarens on the track when doing track days.....can't remember the last time I saw a Ferrari out on a track day. Essentially like comparing a hardcore bodybuilding gym to a spa resort when it comes to these two cars.

[@alessandrolupi03]

What are those brakes for the Ferrari? They are not the standard carboceramic setup

[@richardmorris7063]

I'm not surprised, I'm sure you did you're research before you're purchase. To the avg driver both are super cars & great. Picking nits is better left to you or Randy Pobst. What a spec you picked!

[@SHELBY13GT500]

Great comparison and very informative! Ill take the McLaren!

[@dwrst]

Perfect video. I just finished track day with McLaren 750S and totally agree with you. McLaren 750S especially in specs similar to yours is perfect track car. But at the same time feels more comfortable than my M5. McLaren did great job fine tuning 750S and is one of the best cars in that prica range out there in my opinion.

[@jameswillard1]

Hey Austin I’ve been a big fan of your videos and commentary and an even bigger McLaren fan, having owned them since 2013, including 12C/570S/600LT/675LTS/and a 720 Spider and I generally prefer them to other brands just in terms of driving but I’ve spent some time in the new 296GTB and in my opinion it’s the best challenger to the brand yet. The short wheelbase offers more incredible agility thet masks its weight disadvantage remarkably, the V6 engine sounds far better and has a more distinctive sound as it goes through the revs compared to the McLaren, also I think the car is absolutely on par with 750S based on published 1/4 mile times. Either way, if given the choice I’m probably going McLaren strictly in terms of driving dynamics but this 296 runs it a lot closer than I believe you may have given it credit for.

[@HellcatDreaminJosh]

Speed Phenom Great Video I think your Comparison of your Absolutely Gorgeous and Incredible McLaren 750s and a Ferrari 296 GTB is absolutely incredible and I definitely agree that McLarens are superior on Track

[@thesigurdssonteam552]

Right on the money in my book, the depreciation is going to be similar, a surprise to many. The 750S is incredible, feels exactly like the 765lt to drive.

[@valkyries_007]

CAR Magazine gave the right verdict! This video is just an extremely biased take favouring the McLaren!

[@isaac.genesis]

That's why he have passenger on 296 to be heavier

[@foranaffairs]

I think the 765 wing is amazing. Best of any car

[@omerfarukcan4407]

ferrari has 700 hp in sports mode, also the car is not in qualifying mode, ridiculous test

[@isaac.genesis]

Also passenger

[@isaac.genesis]

On the ferrari you have passenger why?

[@ethen300]

After three years of the purchase, 750 hold half price of the 296😂

[@makk2042]

Is that your personal experience?

[@ethen300]

@@makk2042 Yes, I used to own an 12c and 540c, current own an 296 gtb, the value stability is now my first concern, also, the Ferrari's building quality is way better then Mclaren.

[@valkyries_007]

McLaren's are plagued with issues and I don't know if this video addressed those!

[@ethen300]

@@valkyries_007 Piles of issues!

[@mandoleenebando429]

Il take the Ferrari all day

[@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921]

Neither Ferrari or McLarens chassis is based on ANY race series chassis. You cannot buy a race series chassis car from either. The Corvette C8 is based on its now defunct GTLM series race cars. Lighter is better, but it is always more expensive as well. Very few people can exploit 800 hp cars on the track to begin with if the track is more than 2 straighaways.

[@elijahprasad7884]

Yo Thios Benzoyl. Isn't Ferrari 296 and McLaren 720S based on the 296 GT3 and 720 GT3?

[@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921]

@@elijahprasad7884 Nope. Their street chassis is vastly different.

[@bastordd]

Carwow tested 296 vs 750s... And the Ferrari is faster in straight line speed... Mclaren seems to be better for track

[@iamdrewzie]

Ferraris are still more of a GT vehicle... unless you get the hardcore versions. McLaren's are all round a higher performance Vehicle especially the 720/750's.

[@caribbeanseas]

No surprise here Ferrari has always been for posers

[@cryptoronindude]

According to? 😂

[@mohammedawadud7238]

@@cryptoronindude Not a poser car at all

[@valkyries_007]

296 is far from a poser car! 😂

[@caribbeanseas]

I didn’t say it was a power car, its buyers for the most part are however. Also it’s not as serious a track weapon as the 750s

[@HiddenWen]

Unfortunately it can be said for all brands in this age of social media.