2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo
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 Bi Turbo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 Bi Turbo (183 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 320 kg more than 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo.
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 Bi Turbo (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1982 Maserati Bi Turbo 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 Bi Turbo | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Centauri | Bi Turbo |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1982 |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
