Compare performance (750 HP vs 408 HP), boot space and price (274,300 £ vs 41,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – McLaren Super Series Roadster or VinFast VF 8?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VinFast VF 8 is clearly cheaper – starting at 41,600 £ , while the McLaren Super Series Roadster costs 274,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 232,723 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Super Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 750 HP compared to 408 HP. That’s roughly 342 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Super Series Roadster is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.8 s, while the VinFast VF 8 takes 5.5 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 800 Nm compared to 620 Nm. That’s about 180 Nm more.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: VinFast VF 8 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.
In terms of curb weight, McLaren Super Series Roadster is considerably lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 2,455 kg. The difference is around 1,017 kg.
Looking at boot space, the VinFast VF 8 offers clearly more boot space – 376 L compared to 58 L. That’s a difference of about 318 L.
The VinFast VF 8 is far ahead overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The McLaren Super Series Roadster delivers the kind of razor-sharp performance and open-air drama that makes every twisty road feel like a private racetrack. It wraps jaw-dropping pace, cutting-edge design and surprisingly everyday usability into one impossibly exotic package — ideal for buyers who crave supercar theatrics while still needing something they can use on a weekend away.
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The VinFast VF 8 is a bold, modern electric SUV from Vietnam that packs generous interior space, slick digital tech, and a quietly confident design that punches above its price. On the road it feels composed and user-friendly, making it a tempting choice for buyers who want an up-to-date EV with personality and a sensible, no-fuss ownership proposition.
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Price
274,300 £
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Price
41,600 - 46,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
12.2 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
21.9 - 22.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
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Electric Range
457 - 471 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
87.7 kWh
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co2
276 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Roadster
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
2
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,438 kg
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Curb weight
2,455 - 2,520 kg
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Trunk capacity
58 L
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Trunk capacity
376 L
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Length
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Length
4,750 mm
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Width
2,161 mm
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Width
1,934 mm
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Height
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Height
1,667 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,373 L
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Payload
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Payload
450 - 515 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
750 HP
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Power HP
353 - 408 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.5 - 5.9 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
200 km/h
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Torque
800 Nm
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Torque
500 - 620 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
8
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
552 kW
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Power kW
260 - 300 kW
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Engine capacity
3,994 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2023
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Model Year
2023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
McLaren
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Brand
VinFast
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