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No one will mistake the 720S for anything other than the sensational supercar it is. That much is obvious even while the mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive machine is at a standstill, which is the perfect vantage point to admire its aerodynamic bodywork, dihedral doors, and haunting dead-eyed visage. Its spellbinding appearance is further enhanced on the convertible 720S Spider that aims to satisfy fans of open-air cockpits. However, the British company that built the iconic F1 and the legendary P1 is more concerned with squeezing every ounce of performance from its products than winning beauty contests. Relax. The 720S does both. Both the coupe and convertible version cradle a twin-turbocharged 4.0-liter V-8 that produces 710 horsepower and 568 lb-ft of torque. Those totals are funneled through a paddle-shifted seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The 720S coupe we tested at our track rocketed from zero to 60 mph in 2.7 seconds and reached 100 mph in 5.3 ticks. We also had the opportunity to pilot a similar version at our annual Lightning Lap, where we called it "wonderfully fun and scary fast." We drove one on a twisting and ill-maintained road in California, where its advanced suspension was able to smooth out imperfections and the steering system was a talkative companion. The whole experience was further evidence that McLaren has unrivaled chassis tuning. The core of every 720S is its carbon-fiber tub that helps limit weight and ensure rigidity, all while protecting passengers. Contained within this lightweight structure is a two-seat cabin that caters to the driver. While its interior design is less flashy than rivals from Ferrari and Lamborghini, the aesthetic is pleasing, and outward visibility is excellent. Sure, it can be a pain to escape from the low-slung seating position, and the touchscreen infotainment system is below average, but that's standard supercar procedure. Instead, the cabin can be outfitted with a variety of premium materials and bespoke options.