2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 189 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird 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 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2950 mm |
