1965 AC 427 vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 AC 427 weights approximately 695 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 1965 AC 427 has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 AC 427 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 427 | 33 Stradale |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8800 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 52.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 702 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1000 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 94 L |
