1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2006 Ford E-150
To start off, 2006 Ford E-150 is newer by 39 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Ford E-150. (225 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford E-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1014 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, 2006 Ford E-150, 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, 2006 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-150 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 | 2006 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | 33 Stradale | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 132 L |
