2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 12 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 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1025 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 2013 Bentley Continental is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (649 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Alfa Romeo Centauri. (260 Nm). This means 2013 Bentley Continental 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 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bentley |
| Model | Centauri | Continental |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3065 mm |
