1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith would be higher. At 4,257 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith weights approximately 1398 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. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith 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. 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1952 Rolls-Royce Silver Wraith | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Silver Wraith |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4257 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 81 L |
