1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 32 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 798 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (486 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 | 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
Model | 33 Stradale | Corvette |
Year Released | 1967 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5666 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 486 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 92 mm |
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 | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 53 L |