1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT
To start off, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1958 Ferrari 250 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT (260 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ferrari 250 GT weights approximately 580 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1958 Ferrari 250 GT | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Disco Volante | 250 GT |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2610 mm |
