2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 405 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, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 | 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | Centauri | V8 Zagato |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 432 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 534 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2620 mm |
