2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lincoln LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lincoln LS would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 272 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 1999 Lincoln LS 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 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lincoln |
| Model | Centauri | LS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2910 mm |
