1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2004 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2004 Panoz Esperante is newer by 37 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 4,587 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Panoz Esperante (305 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 748 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, 2004 Panoz Esperante (434 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Panoz Esperante 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 | 2004 Panoz Esperante | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Panoz |
Model | 33 Stradale | Esperante |
Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 305 HP |
Torque | 183 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.9:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 59 L |