1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2009 BMW 528
To start off, 2009 BMW 528 is newer by 57 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 528 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 528 should accelerate faster 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.
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1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | 2009 BMW 528 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
Model | Disco Volante | 528 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2890 mm |