1965 AC 427 vs. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC 427. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC 427 would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 AC 427 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC 427 (410 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC 427 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 18 kg more than 1965 AC 427.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1965 AC 427 (652 Nm) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1965 AC 427 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC 427 | 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | |
| Make | AC | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 427 | Centauri |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 2959 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 652 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 72.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2410 mm |
