2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2012 Ford F-350
To start off, 2012 Ford F-350 is newer by 11 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-350 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri.
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, 2012 Ford F-350 (548 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2012 Ford F-350 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 | 2012 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Ford |
| Model | Centauri | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3967 mm |
