2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2002 Ferrari Rossa
To start off, 2002 Ferrari Rossa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Ferrari Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (485 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 380 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ferrari Rossa should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
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, 2002 Ferrari Rossa (540 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Ferrari Rossa 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 | 2002 Ferrari Rossa | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Centauri | Rossa |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
