2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2011 Porsche 911
To start off, 2011 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 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), 2011 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Porsche 911 (620 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Porsche 911 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 20 kg more than 2011 Porsche 911.
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, 2011 Porsche 911 (699 Nm) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Porsche |
| Model | Centauri | 911 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 620 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 699 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4468 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1285 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
