2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1996 BMW 725
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 725. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 725 would be higher. At 2,959 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 725 (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 725 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 725 weights approximately 370 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, 1996 BMW 725 (280 Nm) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1996 BMW 725 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 | 1996 BMW 725 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Centauri | 725 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2940 mm |
