1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 46 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (439 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1237 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.
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, 2013 BMW 6 series (651 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 468 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. 2013 BMW 6 series 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. 2013 BMW 6 series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | 33 Stradale | 6 series |
Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4395 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 439 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0 :1 |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1939 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5009 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2081 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1392 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 70 L |