2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2005 Ferrari 612
To start off, 2005 Ferrari 612 is newer by 4 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 5,748 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Ferrari 612 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ferrari 612 (515 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ferrari 612 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ferrari 612 weights approximately 425 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, 2005 Ferrari 612 (568 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Ferrari 612 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 | 2005 Ferrari 612 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ferrari |
| Model | Centauri | 612 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5748 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 515 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7250 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2960 mm |
