1961 AC Cobra vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
To start off, 1961 AC Cobra is newer by 9 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 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 AC Cobra weights approximately 245 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:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Cobra | Disco Volante |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1952 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| 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 | 980 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2230 mm |
