1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1997 Aston Martin DB7
To start off, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 30 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (335 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1078 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, 1997 Aston Martin DB7 (488 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm). This means 1997 Aston Martin DB7 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 | 1997 Aston Martin DB7 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | 33 Stradale | DB7 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 335 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.3:1 |
| 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 | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2600 mm |
