1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 30 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 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1255 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 | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Disco Volante | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 5338 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 549 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2620 mm |
