1998 Buick Century vs. 2004 Italdesign Visconti
To start off, 2004 Italdesign Visconti is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Century would be higher. In terms of performance, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (399 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1998 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Century.
Because 2004 Italdesign Visconti is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Italdesign Visconti 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, 2004 Italdesign Visconti (680 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Century. (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Italdesign Visconti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Century | 2004 Italdesign Visconti | |
| Make | Buick | Italdesign |
| Model | Century | Visconti |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2830 mm |
