2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1954 Ferrari 375 America
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ferrari 375 America. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ferrari 375 America would be higher. At 4,523 cc (12 cylinders), 1954 Ferrari 375 America is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Ferrari 375 America (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Ferrari 375 America 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 260 kg more than 1954 Ferrari 375 America.
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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2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1954 Ferrari 375 America | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
Model | Centauri | 375 America |
Year Released | 2001 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4523 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 68 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |