1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2008 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 41 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 BMW 325. (215 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 718 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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, 2008 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 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 | 2008 BMW 325 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 Stradale | 325 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 63 L |