1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1968 Buick Riviera
To start off, 1968 Buick Riviera is newer by 16 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 7,050 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Buick Riviera (305 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1165 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. 1968 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante has manual transmission. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1968 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1968 Buick Riviera | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Buick |
| Model | Disco Volante | Riviera |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 7050 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 106.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 99.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3030 mm |
