2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS
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 Ferrari 328 GTS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 142 kg more than 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS.
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 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1988 Ferrari 328 GTS 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 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Centauri | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
