1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,148 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale (230 HP @ 8800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (169 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 523 kg more than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale. (183 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 33 Stradale | C |
Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2148 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 8800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 702 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 94 L | 66 L |