1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette
To start off, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 29 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (163 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 1018 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Because 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette 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. 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 1996 Oldsmobile Silhouette | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 33 Stradale | Silhouette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2800 mm |
