1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 15 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (146 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 445 kg more than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante.
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 | 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Austin-Healey |
| Model | Disco Volante | 3000 Mk III |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2912 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 83.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2340 mm |
