2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2007 Lexus GS
To start off, 2007 Lexus GS is newer by 6 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 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus GS weights approximately 271 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, 2007 Lexus GS (433 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus GS 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 | 2007 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | Centauri | GS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 433 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2860 mm |
