2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2010 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 9 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 4,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Maserati Quattroporte is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 65 kg more than 2010 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2010 Maserati Quattroporte (349 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2010 Maserati Quattroporte 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 | 2010 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Maserati |
| Model | Centauri | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2576 mm |
