1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS should accelerate faster 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 Mercedes-Benz CLS (531 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS has automatic transmission and 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has manual transmission. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 33 Stradale | CLS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 531 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 80 L |
