1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 863 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type 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 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Jaguar |
| Model | 33 Stradale | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 235 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 | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 81 L |
