1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1976 Cadillac Seville
To start off, 1976 Cadillac Seville is newer by 24 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 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Cadillac Seville (177 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Cadillac Seville 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. 1976 Cadillac Seville 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. 1976 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 1976 Cadillac Seville | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Cadillac |
| Model | Disco Volante | Seville |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2910 mm |
