2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 400 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL (469 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Centauri | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
