1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 61 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (316 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 1080 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 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Disco Volante | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
