1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, 2007 Toyota Quantum is newer by 55 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Quantum. (149 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 1110 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Toyota |
| Model | Disco Volante | Quantum |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 3120 mm |
