1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1951 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 628 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 | 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 33 Stradale | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 77 L |
