2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 100 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro 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 | 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Chevrolet |
| Model | Centauri | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 312 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 98.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2750 mm |
