2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan 300 ZX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan 300 ZX would be higher. At 2,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Nissan 300 ZX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan 300 ZX weights approximately 170 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, 1994 Nissan 300 ZX (376 Nm) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1994 Nissan 300 ZX 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 | 1994 Nissan 300 ZX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Nissan |
| Model | Centauri | 300 ZX |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2960 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2580 mm |
