1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2003 Ford GT
To start off, 2003 Ford GT is newer by 36 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 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford GT (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford GT weights approximately 818 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, 2003 Ford GT (678 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 495 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford 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 | 2003 Ford GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 Stradale | GT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 678 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 105.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 305 km/hour |
| 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 | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 66 L |
