1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 4,921 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (309 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1703 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.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (750 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 33 Stradale | Touareg |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4921 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 750 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 100 L |