1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1977 Buick Regal
To start off, 1977 Buick Regal is newer by 10 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Regal weights approximately 728 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. Let's talk about torque, 1977 Buick Regal (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 1977 Buick Regal 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. 1977 Buick Regal will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1977 Buick Regal | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
Model | 33 Stradale | Regal |
Year Released | 1967 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |