1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 20 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 4,943 cc (12 cylinders), 1987 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (385 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 888 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, 1987 Ferrari Testarossa (500 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1987 Ferrari Testarossa 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 | 1987 Ferrari Testarossa | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | 33 Stradale | Testarossa |
Year Released | 1967 | 1987 |
Engine Position | Middle | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4943 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
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 | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1140 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2560 mm |