1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1999 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1999 Ferrari F355 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 3,589 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ferrari F355 (396 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ferrari F355. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1999 Ferrari F355 (373 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (113 Nm). This means 1999 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1999 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | 33 | F355 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1349 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 396 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Top Speed | 178 km/hour | 294 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2460 mm |
