1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2003 BMW 320
To start off, 2003 BMW 320 is newer by 51 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2003 BMW 320. (141 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 320 weights approximately 755 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 | 2003 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Disco Volante | 320 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 221 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2730 mm |
