2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp would be higher. At 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 285 kg more than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri | 1981 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | De Tomaso |
| Model | Centauri | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
