On August 31, Alfa Romeo finally released the official picture of the 33 Stradale supercar, a new flagship sports car of the famous Italian sports car brand. The new generation 33 Stradale is designed to provide drivers with road racing performance, with a twin-turbocharged V6 or an all-electric drivetrain. The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is limited to 33 units worldwide, available in Tributo and Alfa Corse models, and could cost more than $1 million each.
For supercars, we are most concerned about power performance, let's take a look at how strong the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is! Alfa Romeo claims that the 33 Stradale has a top speed of 206 mph (333 km/h) and accelerates from 0 to 62 mph (100 km/h) in less than 3 seconds. Details about the electric model are still scarce, but we do know it has an output of 559 kW/760 hp and a WLTP range of 280 miles (450 km).
As for the 33 Stradale fuel version, powered by a 3.0-litre twin-turbocharged V6 engine with an output of 462 kW/629 hp, the engine is derived from Maserati, which you might think is a Maserati Nettuno, but it is said to actually be a facelifted version of the 2.9-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine equipped with the Giulia and Stelvio Quadrifoglio models. Alfa shares most of the hardware, including chassis components, with the Maserati MC20. However, the 33 Stradale fuel version is equipped with a ZF eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, while the MC20 is equipped with a Tremec eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.
The 2024 Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will be equipped with dual-arm active suspension that lifts the front end over speed bumps. The suspension attaches to an H-frame and a carbon fiber monocoque chassis, guaranteeing lightness and sturdiness.
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale is also equipped with classic butterfly doors, and to keep weight as low as possible, the window frames are made of carbon fiber and the body panels are made of polycarbonate.
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale will have true motorsport genes. It was developed with the help of F1 driver Valtteri Bottas at Alfa Romeo's Balocco proving ground in Italy.
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale has two driving modes. The first is the Strada (Italian for street), which makes the car as comfortable, smooth and quiet as possible, unless you rev more than 5,000 RPM.
In Pista (track) mode, the exhaust valves are wide open, providing the driver with pure engine sound, pedals become more responsive, suspension stiffened, and handling is prioritized over comfort.
In the most aggressive case, the braking power of the 33 Stradale is provided by Brembo carbon-ceramic discs and brake-by-wire, and the braking distance is within 33 meters per 100 km. On the other hand, ejection control can be turned on via the Quadrifoglio button, located on the center console.
Unlike most modern cars, Alfa Romeo decided not to install the Quadrifoglio button on the steering wheel, nor any other buttons. The steering wheel is designed to turn the car, clean and simple.
So where are the control buttons installed? Alfa mounted them all on the center console and Alcántara's suede-covered roof. The company says the dashboard panel and center console are inspired by aircraft and use aluminium, carbon fiber and leather throughout the cockpit, giving the 33 Stradale a practical yet luxurious feel.
Externally, the 33 Stradale features a retro look that isn't just for good looks. The design is modernized with an air resistance coefficient of 0.375 and provides downforce without the help of active aerodynamics. The front face is very unique, with huge headlights and radial eyelashes on the edges, it looks like some kind of insect's big eyes, shining, with a small air intake, there is a cute sense of cuteness.
The Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale features butterfly doors and a carbon fiber monocoque body, combined with an aluminum H-frame and a roof made of a combination of two materials. Even the window frames are made of carbon fiber, while the rear glass is replaced by polycarbonate. The copper-colored rim is quite thick and has a special shape, consisting of multiple circle patterns to form the hub. The rear is equipped with round taillights and four exhaust pipes. A large diffuser is installed on the bumper.
Alfa Romeo CEO Jean-Philippe Imparato promises that the 33 Stradale won't be the brand's last special model, and the company plans to introduce more highly customized models. What do you think of this car? Limited to 33 units, all of which have been sold, you can't buy them if you want to.
Source: Alfa Romeo
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