2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1985 Porsche 930
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Porsche 930 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 115 kg more than 1985 Porsche 930.
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, 1985 Porsche 930 (431 Nm) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1985 Porsche 930 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 | 1985 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Centauri | 930 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
