2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1982 Maserati 420
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Maserati 420. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati 420 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati 420 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 235 kg more than 1982 Maserati 420.
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, 1982 Maserati 420 (308 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1982 Maserati 420 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 | 1982 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Centauri | 420 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
