Alfa Romeo 6C 2500

vs

Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2

Italy vs Italy — 1939 vs 1967

Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 (1939)
Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 (1967)
Specifications
6C 2500 Super SportTipo 33/2 Daytona
Horsepower110 hp270 hp
Torque130 lb-ft166 lb-ft
Engine Size2,443 cc1,995 cc
0-60 mph12.0 sec
Top Speed106 mph186 mph
¼ Mile18.5 sec
Weight2,646 lbs1,279 lbs
Wheelbase2,700 mm2,330 mm
Length4,700 mm3,850 mm
Units Produced2,31220
Value (Excellent)$1,500,000$15,000,000
Collectibility9/1010/10
Rarity8/1010/10
The Verdict

The 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona emerges ahead in most objective measures, offering more power, higher top speed, lighter weight. The 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport counters with better value, but the numbers favor its rival. Still, both are remarkable machines, and the final choice often comes down to which driving experience speaks to you.

Overview

Within the Alfa Romeo stable, the 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport and 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona represent different approaches to performance and purpose. Both carry the Alfa Romeo badge, yet each carves out its own distinct identity. The 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona holds a clear advantage in raw power with 270 hp compared to 110 hp, a 160-horsepower difference that shapes the driving experience. Under the hood, the contrast is notable: the Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 uses a Inline-6 DOHC 12V displacing 2,443 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 106 mph. The Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 carries a weight advantage, tipping the scales 1367 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 2500's 2,312 examples. On the collector market, the 1967 Alfa Romeo Tipo 33/2 Daytona commands a significant premium over the 1939 Alfa Romeo 6C 2500 Super Sport, reflecting differences in prestige and rarity.