1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 vs. 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante
To start off, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is newer by 13 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 2,584 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 (163 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. (156 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 should accelerate faster than 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 weights approximately 639 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:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo 2600 | 1952 Alfa Romeo Disco Volante | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 2600 | Disco Volante |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2584 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2230 mm |
