1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar XK (251 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar XK weights approximately 771 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, 1959 Jaguar XK (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
Model | 33 Stradale | XK |
Year Released | 1967 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |