1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1958 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Cadillac Seville. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Cadillac Seville would be higher. At 5,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1958 Cadillac Seville. (189 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1958 Cadillac Seville. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1523 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. 1958 Cadillac Seville 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. 1958 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1958 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Seville |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 2225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3300 mm |
