2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1998 Lexus GS
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 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lexus GS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lexus GS weights approximately 305 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 Lexus GS (304 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1998 Lexus GS 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 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Centauri | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2810 mm |
