1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte 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 4,709 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 1028 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1971 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4709 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
