2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 325 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (560 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Centauri | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2360 mm |
