1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 18 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1985 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1183 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, 1985 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1985 Ferrari 412 GT 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 | 1985 Ferrari 412 GT | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 33 Stradale | 412 GT |
Year Released | 1967 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 340 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 120 L |