2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1989 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ferrari Mondial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ferrari Mondial would be higher. At 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 121 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, 1989 Ferrari Mondial (323 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1989 Ferrari Mondial 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 | 1989 Ferrari Mondial | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Centauri | Mondial |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 73.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2660 mm |
