2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1998 Bentley Brooklands
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Bentley Brooklands. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Bentley Brooklands would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 935 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands 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 | 1998 Bentley Brooklands | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Centauri | Brooklands |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |
