2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2003 BMW M3
To start off, 2003 BMW M3 is newer by 2 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 3,168 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW M3 (342 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri weights approximately 30 kg more than 2003 BMW M3.
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, 2003 BMW M3 (350 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2003 BMW M3 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 | 2003 BMW M3 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | BMW |
| Model | Centauri | M3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 342 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7900 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2730 mm |
