Maserati MC20 vs McLaren 720S — Italian Newcomer vs British King in FH6
Both carbon-tub mid-engine supercars. Both around 620hp. Both S1 class. But the MC20 is Maserati's first supercar in decades — a 621hp twin-turbo V6 with F1-derived pre-chamber combustion. The 720S is McLaren's established benchmark — 710hp from a twin-turbo V8 with a proven track record. In FH6, this is a genuine David vs Goliath matchup.
The MC20 is Maserati's declaration that they're back in the supercar game. The Nettuno engine uses F1 tech to make V8 power from a V6. The 720S is the car that redefined the supercar segment when it launched. In FH6 they're surprisingly close in performance. The Maserati has the more interesting engine. The McLaren has the sharper chassis.
Maserati MC20 — Italian Renaissance
621hp twin-turbo V6 with F1 pre-chamber tech, carbon tub, butterfly doors — Maserati is back.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Speed | 8.8 |
| Handling | 8.5 |
| Acceleration | 8.5 |
| Launch | 8.2 |
| Braking | 8.2 |
| PI (Stock) | 840 |
Pros
- Nettuno V6 has incredible character and sounds unique
- Stunning design — one of the best-looking cars in FH6
- Surprisingly compliant ride for a carbon-tub car
Cons
- Less horsepower than the 720S, loses on straights
- Brakes aren't carbon ceramic, fade on long stints
- New platform — less aftermarket support
Best Events
| Event Type | Rating |
|---|---|
| Road Racing (S1) | A-Tier |
| Street Scene | A-Tier |
| Speed Zones | A-Tier |
McLaren 720S — The Established Benchmark
710hp twin-turbo V8, carbon MonoCage II, dihedral doors — the car that reset the class.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Speed | 9.0 |
| Handling | 9.0 |
| Acceleration | 9.2 |
| Launch | 8.8 |
| Braking | 8.8 |
| PI (Stock) | 860 |
Pros
- Insane acceleration — 0-100 in 2.9s, gaps almost everything
- Proactive chassis control reads the road ahead
- Massive tuning potential, easily reaches S2 class
Cons
- Hydraulic steering lacks feel compared to older McLarens
- Cabin quality doesn't match the Italian competition
- Everyone has one — the default choice in S1
Best Events
| Event Type | Rating |
|---|---|
| Road Racing (S1) | S-Tier |
| Speed Zones | S-Tier |
| Drag Racing | A-Tier |
Head-to-Head
| Spec | Maserati MC20 | McLaren 720S |
|---|---|---|
| Speed | 8.8 | 9.0 |
| Handling | 8.5 | 9.0 |
| Acceleration | 8.5 | 9.2 |
| PI (Stock) | 840 | 860 |
Verdict
The 720S is the objectively faster car in every measurable way — more power, better handling, faster acceleration. It's the benchmark for a reason. But the MC20 has something the 720S doesn't: soul. The Nettuno V6 sounds incredible, the design turns heads, and driving it feels special. If you're racing for podium finishes, get the 720S. If you want something different from what everyone else is driving, the MC20 is the cooler car. The McLaren wins on paper. The Maserati wins on passion.
How to Get Each
Maserati MC20: 230,000 CR. Italian exotic at a discount.
McLaren 720S: 310,000 CR. Paying for proven performance.