1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1950 Ferrari 340 America
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Ferrari 340 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Ferrari 340 America would be higher. At 4,102 cc (12 cylinders), 1950 Ferrari 340 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1950 Ferrari 340 America. (220 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1950 Ferrari 340 America. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Ferrari 340 America weights approximately 498 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1950 Ferrari 340 America | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 33 Stradale | 340 America |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4102 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1200 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2660 mm |
