1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1978 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1978 Ferrari 308 is newer by 26 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ferrari 308 (255 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 630 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 | 1978 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Disco Volante | 308 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2560 mm |
