Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport

vs

Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2

Italy vs Italy — 1929 vs 1967

Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport (1929)
Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 (1967)
Specifications
6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato SpiderTipo 33/2 Daytona
Horsepower85 hp270 hp
Torque166 lb-ft
Engine Size1,752 cc1,995 cc
Top Speed96 mph186 mph
Weight1,852 lbs1,279 lbs
Wheelbase2,745 mm2,330 mm
Length3,900 mm3,850 mm
Units Produced21820
Value (Excellent)$8,000,000$15,000,000
Collectibility10/1010/10
Rarity10/1010/10
The Verdict

Numbers favor the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona with more power, higher top speed, lighter weight. The 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider offers better value, and has its own devoted following. For those who let their heart decide, either car delivers a rewarding ownership experience.

Overview

Alfa Romeo has long offered a diverse lineup, and comparing the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider with the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona highlights the breadth of the marque's engineering philosophy. The 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona holds a clear advantage in raw power with 270 hp compared to 85 hp, a 185-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport uses a Inline-6 DOHC Supercharged displacing 1,752 cc, while the Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 relies on a V8 DOHC with 1,995 cc. The 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona claims a higher top speed at 186 mph compared to 96 mph. The Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 573 lbs lighter. Rarity plays a significant role here — with only 20 units built, the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona is considerably scarcer than the Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport's 218 examples. On the collector market, the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona commands a significant premium over the 1929 Alfa Romeo 6C 1750 Gran Sport Zagato Spider, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.