2001 AC Cobra vs. 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale
To start off, 2001 AC Cobra is newer by 34 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 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (230 HP @ 8800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Cobra weights approximately 358 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, 2001 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Cobra | 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale | |
Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
Model | Cobra | 33 Stradale |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 350 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8800 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 52.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 702 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2360 mm |