1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 44 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 1729 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 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 338 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS 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 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | 33 Stradale | LS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 2431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3091 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 84 L |
